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Yes, but the question is should they. MSUD is a recessive genetic condition and a child must inherit two copies of the nonworking gene, one from each parent. The parents often do not show signs and symptoms. The genes that are non-working cannot break down some amino acids and produce maple syrup urine disease. These are often called the branched chain amino acids. High levels of these unbroken amino acids are toxic. And these children must receive treatment as they are at risk for brain damage or death. About one out of every 380 babies from the Old Order Mennonite population is affected. So it is found in populations that are small, carry the recessive gene and intermarry.

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Elmo, big bird, and potato man.


How do people get Maple Syurp Urine Disease?

Maple syrup urine disease (MSUD) is inherited through specific genetic mutations that impact the body's ability to break down certain amino acids. It is passed down in an autosomal recessive pattern, meaning both parents must be carriers of the gene mutation for a child to inherit the disease. Early detection through newborn screening and dietary management are crucial for individuals with MSUD.


How harmfal is maple syrup urine?

Well over 100 inborn errors of metabolism can now be detected by newborn screening, with more certainty. Concomitantly with the onset of the symptoms, the patient affected with MSUD emits an intense (sweet, malty, caramel-like) maple-syrup-like odor. In general, neonatal (classic) MSUD does not display pronounced abnormalities on routine laboratory tests.


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There are many ways people can have children. People can conceive their own children or adopt the children for example.


What is the cause of maple syrup disease?

Maple syrup urine disease (MSUD) is ametabolismdisorder passed down through families in which the body cannot break down certain parts of proteins. Urine in persons with this condition can smell like maple syrup.Maple syrup urine disease (MSUD) is caused by a gene defect. Persons with this condition cannot break down theamino acidsleucine, isoleucine, and valine. This leads to a buildup of these chemicals in the blood.


Can you live with MSUD?

Treatment involved dietary restriction of the amino acids leucine, isoleucine, and valine. This treatment must begin very early to prevent brain damage. So, yes.


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What organs are affected by maple syrup urine disease?

Maple syrup urine disease (MSUD) primarily affects the brain and central nervous system due to the accumulation of certain amino acids (leucine, isoleucine, and valine) in the blood. This condition can also impact the liver, as it is responsible for metabolizing these amino acids. If untreated, MSUD can lead to severe neurological damage and other systemic complications. Early diagnosis and dietary management are crucial to mitigate these effects.


When was Maple Syrup Urine Disorder discovered?

Maple Syrup Urine Disease (MSUD) was discovered by John Menkes in 1954. This is a disorder whereby there is a disruption in the metabolism of branched-chained amino acids.


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he said people are not treating their children right


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