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Three types of Gaucher disease have been identified, but there are many variations in how symptoms develop.

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What are the causes of gauchers disease?

Gaucher disease is caused by a genetic defect in an enzyme called glucocerebroside. There are four different types of this disease. For more information about Gaucher disease visit Answers.com


Types of foods to have a gaucher's disease?

That doesnt make sense there are no foods to watch out for


Is gaucher's Disease caused by heredity?

Gaucher's Disease is Familial Splenic Anemia.


When do symptoms of Gaucher disease first appear?

Symptoms of Gaucher disease can start in infancy, childhood, or adulthood.


Is gaucher disease-sex linked?

Gaucher's disease is located on chromosome 1, which is not the sex chromosome, so no. It is not a sex linked disease.


How is Gaucher disease treated?

The symptoms of Gaucher disease can be stopped and even reversed by treatment with injections of enzyme replacements.


Who discovered the Gaucher's disease?

Gaucher disease is the most common lysosomal storage disease. It was named for the French physician Phillipe Gaucher who first described it in 1882. The disease is caused by a lack of glucocerebrosidase, which causes a buildup of glucocerebroside in the tissues.


What is the pathognomonic of schistosomiasis?

Gaucher disease


Who is affected by Gaucher disease?

This disease affects males and females. 1 of 100 people in the United States are carries of the most common type of Gaucher disease


What has the author Carol Kari written?

Carol Kari has written: 'Understanding Gaucher disease' -- subject(s): Gaucher's disease, Genetic aspects, Genetic aspects of Gaucher's disease, Inborn errors of Metabolism, Metabolism, Inborn errors of, Treatment


How can Gaucher disease be prevented?

Genetic counseling is advised for individuals with Gaucher disease and for their relatives to accurately assess risk and discuss testing options. For couples who previously had a child with Gaucher or in situations where both parents are.


Is there a cure for Gaucher's disease?

there is no cure for gaucher disease but there are treatments for all types. type 1 and 3: enzyme replacement therapy, removal of the spleen, pain meds, and surgery on the bones. type 2:there isn't a good treatment due to the brain damage.