Inborn Amino Acid Metabolism Disorder
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What is the definition of Inborn Amino Acid Metabolism Disorder?

Inborn amino acid metabolism disorder is a term used to describe genetic conditions such as phenylketonuria (PKU), maple syrup disease, fructose intolerance, and galactosemia. In inborn amino acid metabolism disorders, the body does not break down amino acids properly, which are chemicals that help to form proteins. This inability to break down amino acids causes a build up of harmful substances in the body.

What are the symptoms of Inborn Amino Acid Metabolism Disorder?

Inborn amino acid metabolisms disorders cause a buildup of harmful substances in the body that, depending on the type of disorder, can cause symptoms such as seizures, brain damage, intellectual disabilities, behavioral disorders, nausea, vomiting, weakness, poor muscle tone, gas, bloating, diarrhea, abdominal pain, irritability, lethargy, poor infant feeding, lack of infant weight gain, and yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes.

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What are the current treatments for Inborn Amino Acid Metabolism Disorder?

Treatment for inborn amino acid metabolism disorders depends on the type. Treatments for inborn amino acid metabolism disorders can include special diets, medications, and supplements.

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Dr. Leonard A. Lado

Psychiatry | Neurology

Advanced in Inborn Amino Acid Metabolism Disorder

Dr. Leonard A. Lado

Psychiatry | Neurology

Lado Healing Institute

9410 Fountain Medical Court, Ste# 200,

Bonita Springs, FL

239-948-4325

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English, Hungarian, Spanish

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Leonard Lado is a Neurologist and a Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Bonita Springs, Florida. Dr. Lado is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inborn Amino Acid Metabolism Disorder. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bipolar Disorder (BPD), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Major Depression, and Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD). Dr. Lado is currently accepting new patients.

Elite in Inborn Amino Acid Metabolism Disorder

Martina Huemer

Elite in Inborn Amino Acid Metabolism Disorder

Martina Huemer

Landeskrankenhaus Bregenz

Bregenz, AT

Martina Huemer practices practicing medicine in Bregenz, Austria. Ms. Huemer is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Inborn Amino Acid Metabolism Disorder. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Homocystinuria due to MTHFR Deficiency, Inborn Amino Acid Metabolism Disorder, Homocystinuria, and Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD).

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Experienced in Inborn Amino Acid Metabolism Disorder

Dr. Riaz Elahi

Hematology | Oncology

Experienced in Inborn Amino Acid Metabolism Disorder

Dr. Riaz Elahi

Hematology | Oncology

Advocate Christ Outpatient Pavilion Oncology

4440 W 95th St 8th Fl,

Oak Lawn, IL

708-684-4200

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English, Hindi, Urdu

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Riaz Elahi is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Elahi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inborn Amino Acid Metabolism Disorder. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Myeloma, Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. Dr. Elahi is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Hematology.