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Mitochondrial Diseases

Diseases and disorders caused by damage to or errors in the mitochondria in the body's cells.
Mitochondrial Disease
Article describes mitochondrial disease, its symptoms, and treatment. From the About.com Guide to Rare/Orphan Diseases.
Kearns Sayre Syndrome
Article describes Kearns Sayre syndrome, its symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. From the About.com Guide to Rare/Orphan Diseases.
Leigh's Disease
Information about Leigh's disease, an inherited metabolic disorder, including symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
MELAS Syndrome
Article describes MELAS syndrome, its symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. From the About.com Guide to Rare/Orphan Diseases.
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