Wilson's Disease Learning Center
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Wilson's disease is an inherited disorder where there is excessive amounts of copper in the body's tissues. This causes a variety of effects, including liver disease and damage to the nervous system. |
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Symptoms
Enlargement of the abdomen (abdominal distention; Splenomegaly; Yellow skin (jaundice) or yellow color of the white o...
Causes
Wilson's disease is a rare inherited disorder. If both parents carry an abnormal gene for Wilson's disease, there is ...
Tests
An eye examination may show: Kayser-Fleischer rings (rusty or brown-colored ring around the iris; Eye movement may be...
Treatments
The goals of treatment are to reduce the amount of copper in the tissues and to manage the symptoms of the disorder. ...
Alternative Therapies
Wilson disease support groups can be found at www.wilsonsdisease.org and www.geneticalliance.org.
Complications
Hepatitis; Cirrhosis; Death of liver tissues; Spleen dysfunction; Anemia; Increased number of infections; Injury caus...
Prevention
Genetic counseling is recommended for persons with a family history of Wilson's disease.
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if symptoms indicate Wilson's disease may be present. Call a genetic counselor if Wils...
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