Leukodystrophy
Information about a group of genetic disorders called leukodystrophies, which result in defects in the myelin sheath around nerve cells in the brain.
Adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD) and Lorenzo's Oil
Article explains adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD), its symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments, and what new treatments are being explored. You can find out how Lorenzo Odone (the child in the movie "Lorenzo's Oil") is doing, too.
Article explains adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD), its symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments, and what new treatments are being explored. You can find out how Lorenzo Odone (the child in the movie "Lorenzo's Oil") is doing, too.
Canavan Disease
Information about the genetic disorder Canavan disease, a type of leukodystrophy that affects the brain tissue.
Information about the genetic disorder Canavan disease, a type of leukodystrophy that affects the brain tissue.
Krabbe Disease
Feature article describes Krabbe disease, its symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
Feature article describes Krabbe disease, its symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
Niemann-Pick Disease
Article describes Niemann-Pick disease, its symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
Article describes Niemann-Pick disease, its symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
Zellweger Syndrome
Article describes Zellweger syndrome, its symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
Article describes Zellweger syndrome, its symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.