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Glutaric aciduria 2

Glutaric aciduria 2:

Glutaric aciduria 2: Introduction

Glutaric aciduria 2: A metabolic disorder involving an enzyme deficiency - electron transfer flavoprotein ubiquinone oxydoreductase. The severity of symptoms depends on the level of deficiency. The infant onset form is the most severe and often results in death. Severe cases usually develop during childhood or infancy and usually involve metabolic acidosis and its associated symptoms. Milder cases may simply present with muscle weakness initially that develops in adulthood. Some cases may involve additional symptoms such as heart, liver and kidney problems, facial anomalies and genital abnormalities. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Glutaric aciduria 2 is available below.

Symptoms of Glutaric aciduria 2

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Treatments for Glutaric aciduria 2

Mild cases can be managed through a diet which is low in fat and proteins and high in carbohydrates as they don't have sufficient enzymes to break down fats and proteins
Frequent meals and avoiding fasting are required to avoid drops in blood sugar levels
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