What are some of the symptoms associated with galactosemia?
Symptoms of galactosemia are:
- Convulsions.
- Irritability.
- Lethargy.
- Poor feeding — baby refuses to eat formula containing milk.
- Poor weight gain.
- Yellow skin and whites of the eyes (jaundice)
- Vomiting.
What are the effects of galactosemia?
Signs & Symptoms Diarrhea, irritability, lethargy and a bacterial infection may also be early signs of galactosemia. In time, wasting of body tissues, marked weakness, and extreme weight loss occur unless lactose is removed from the diet.
What is galactosemia and discuss causes and symptoms?
Galactosemia means “galactose in the blood”. Babies with this metabolic condition are not able to metabolize a certain type of sugar (galactose) found primarily in breast milk, cow’s milk, and dairy products. When galactose can’t be broken down and digested, it builds up in the tissues and blood in large amounts.
What are some effects of untreated galactosemia?
Untreated galactosemia can cause rapid, unexpected death due to an infection that invades the blood. Infants with untreated galactosemia may also develop brain damage, liver disease, and cataracts. Each child with galactosemia is different so the outcome will not be the same for all children.
Where does galactosemia affect the body?
Affected infants develop cataracts but otherwise experience few long-term complications. The signs and symptoms of galactosemia type III vary from mild to severe and can include cataracts, delayed growth and development, intellectual disability, liver disease, and kidney problems.
What are the symptoms of galactosemia?
Read on to learn more about this condition. Symptoms of galactosemia usually develop several days or weeks after birth. The most common symptoms include: Babies who have galactosemia have problems eating and tend to lose weight. This is also known as failure to thrive. Learn more about what failure to thrive means for your child.
How do I deal with depression and anxiety with galactosemia?
Depression and anxiety are common in adults with Galactosemia. Psychologists, licensed therapists, or counselors can help you develop the tools to cope through difficult emotional periods in your life.
Does galactosemia increase the risk of neurodevelopmental problems?
Some studies have found that people with this form are at increased risk for mild neurodevelopmental problems, but other studies have found there is no increased risk. The risk may depend on the extent of the deficiency. Inheritance of all types of galactosemia is autosomal recessive.
Are there any other disorders similar to galactosemia?
Related Disorders. Symptoms of the following disorders can be similar to those of galactosemia. Comparisons may be useful for a differential diagnosis: Galactokinase (GALK) deficiency is associated with cataracts, increased blood concentration of galactose and increased concentration of galactitol in the urine.