Metachromatic Leukodystrophy Learning Center
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Symptoms
Irritability; Decreased muscle tone; Abnormal high muscle tone, spasticity, abnormal muscle movements; Frequent falls...
Causes
MLD is usually caused by the lack of an important enzyme called arylsulfatase A. Because this enzyme is missing, chem...
Tests
Signs include: Decreased or absent deep tendon reflexes; Abnormal eye movements; Poor visual fixation; Optic nerve at...
Treatments
There is no cure for MLD. Care focuses on treating the symptoms and preserving the patient's quality of life. Researc...
Alternative Therapies
For additional information and resources, see: United Leukodystrophy Association - www.ulf.org; MLD Foundation - www....
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