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Galactosemia

Metabolism - inborn errors of

A food product that is not metabolized (broken down into energy) can build up in the body and cause a wide array of symptoms. Several inborn errors of metabolism cause mental retardation if not controlled. There are wide number of inborn errors of metabolism. This article offers a general overview.

Specific information is available on the following forms of inborn errors of metabolism:

• Fructose intolerance
• Galactosemia
• Maple sugar urine disease (MSUD)
• Phenylketonuria (PKU)

Review Date: 10/23/2006
Reviewed By: John Goldenring, MD, MPH, JD, Department of Pediatrics, Children's Hospital, San Diego, CA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.