Galactose mutarotase deficiency

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Galactose mutarotase deficiency

Synonyms: GALM deficiency | Galactosemia type 4

A rare disorder of galactose metabolism characterized by persistent congenital galactosemia due to deficiency of the enzyme galactose mutarotase. Patients may present bilateral cataract while gastrointestinal symptoms or severe liver dysfunction are absent. The natural history of the disease is unknown. Severe complications such as neurological symptoms have not been reported under early treatment with a galactose-restricted diet.

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Mississippi Metabolics Foundation

Mississippi Metabolics Foundation (MMF) was founded to raise awareness, educate, and provide support to those living or caring for someone with genetic metabolic disorders/inborn errors of metabolism (IEM).

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