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Korsakoff's syndrome is primarily caused by a deficiency of thiamine (vitamin B1). This condition often arises from chronic alcohol abuse, which impairs thiamine absorption and utilization. The syndrome is characterized by severe memory problems, confabulation, and other cognitive deficits. Early intervention with thiamine supplementation can help prevent or mitigate some of the neurological damage.
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What is the type of mutation that causes Digeorge syndrome?
Deletion Mutation causes DiGeorges Syndrome.
What type of vitamin deficiency causes wavy nails?
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What causes Sanfilippo syndrome Type D?
caused by a deficiency in the enzyme N-acetylglucosamine-6-sulfatase, due to mutations in the GNS gene located on chromosome 12. This form of MPS III is also rare.
What hormone deficiency causes diabetes mellitus?
Type 1 diabetes is caused by a deficiency of insulin, a hormone produced by the pancreas that regulates blood sugar levels. This results in high blood sugar levels, leading to the symptoms of diabetes mellitus.
What causes Sanfilippo syndrome Type A?
caused by a deficiency of the enzyme heparan sulfate sulfamidase, due to mutations in the SGSH gene on chromosome 17. Type IIIA is felt to be the most severe of the four types, in which symptoms appear and death occurs at an earlier age
What type of organism is HIV?
HIV is the Acronym for Human Immunodeficiency Virus. It is caused by a Virus.
What type of microorganism causes AIDS?
It is a virus: HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus).
How is immunoglobulin deficiency syndrome diagnosed?
Laboratory tests are performed to verify the diagnosis. Antibodies can be found in the blood. Blood is collected and analyzed for the content and types of antibodies present. Depending on the type of immunoglobulin deficiency the laboratory tests.
Gaucher disease is caused by a deficiency in what enzyme?
The genetic defect causes a deficiency of the enzyme glucocerebrosidase that is responsible for breaking down a certain type of fat and releasing it from fat cells.
What are the causes of MPS?
Each type of MPS is caused by a deficiency of one of the enzymes involved in breaking down GAGs.
What causes type Ia GSD?
Type Ia, or von Gierke's disease, is caused by glucose-6-phosphatase deficiency in the liver, kidney, and small intestine.
Which type of bacteria often infects wounds and causes toxic shock syndrome and food poisoning?
Staphylococcus aureus
