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Metachromatic Leukodystrophy

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1. What is MLD?
Metachromatic Leukodystrophy is an inherited disorder in which cells accumulate fat. This accumulation of fat in the cells is called ‘sulfatides.’ When this occurs, it makes it difficult for the nervous system to produce myelin which is a protection around the nerve cells. When myelin protects a cell, it can produce white matter throughout the nervous system. However, the sulfatide in the cells makes I difficult to produce white matter because it will either destroy or damage white matter. Resulting in a deterioration of intellectual function, motor skills and the ability to walk.
2. What are the signs and symptoms?
It depends on the age as to what symptoms may appear.
2 yrs old – Loss of speech, weakness, walking issues,

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