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Is there treatment for glycogen storage disease?

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Dr. Martin Fried answered

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Yes: Especially treatment for type one GSD which involves feedings with corn starch. Consult your doctor for which type of storage disease and what the treatment is for that particular type.

Dr Singer agreed

Answered 6/12/2015

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