phenylketonuria
phenylketonuria
2.42% of the world's population has Phenylketonuria (pku)
Phenylketonuria
PKU
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Phenylketonuria is a genetic disorder that was first discovered in 1934 by Dr. Asbjorn Folling of Norway
Phenylketonuria (PKU) is a rare genetic condition that is present from birth. It is a learning disability that can damage the brain.
The best treatment of phenylketonuria is a diet that is extremely low in phenylalanine during childhood. A person can also take fish oil supplements and iron supplements to help treat some of the symptoms.
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yes, phenylketonuria progressively leads to mental retardation. In phenylketonuria, there is lack of enzyme phenylalanine oxidase which generally oxidises phenylalanine to tyrosine. Hence, accumulation of phenylalanine occurs. This leads to a mousy smell a well as mental retardation.
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