Can AACD* be cured?
Can AACD* be cured? There are treatments available through medications for some conditions, but in some other cases, liver transplantation may be required. Daily medication will be necessary to control the levels of ammonia in the blood. *Adolescent and adult-onset citrin deficiency (AACD) - formerly known as CTLN2 [...]
What symptoms will appear with AACD*?
What symptoms will appear with AACD*? Symptoms such as delirium, disorientation, convulsions, and drowsiness may appear. In some cases, these symptoms could be wrongly diagnosed as epilepsy or schizophrenia at firstt. *Adolescent and adult-onset citrin deficiency (AACD) - formerly known as CTLN2
Which department should I visit for periodical check-ups?
Which department should I visit for periodical check-ups? Please consult your pediatric attending physician if you have been visiting the pediatric department since childhood. If you are an adult patient and have not seen a pediatrician, the relevant divisions and departments would be in metabolic diseases, gastroenterology, neurology, etc., [...]
I am still sleepy and tired no matter how long I sleep. Is this something I should tell my doctor?
I am still sleepy and tired no matter how long I sleep. Is this something I should tell my doctor? Yes! Please inform your attending doctor for citrin deficiency about this soon or make an appointment and tell the doctor about your condition.
It is sometimes hard to get up, I sometimes feel very tired and/or my fingers shake. Is it related to citrin deficiency? What can I do to make it go away?
It is sometimes hard to get up, I sometimes feel very tired and/or my fingers shake. Is it related to citrin deficiency? What can I do to make it go away? It could possibly be due to citrin deficiency. It is possible that you are not eating enough food, [...]