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Maple syrup urine disease
Maple syrup urine disease is a disease passed down in families due to a lack of an enzyme responsible for digesting certain kinds of amino acids. These amino acids build up in the body, causing damage to various organ systems.
Dr. Robert Kwok reviewed this
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Questions on maple syrup urine disease? Do the amish mainly get it?
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What location is maple syrup urine disease located on the chromosomes?
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Besides maple syrup urine disease, are there some other causes of urine that smells sweet like syrup?
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A 29-year old female asked:
Was my three year old born in Utah 2011 tested for maple syrup urine disease? Is it a standard test? She smelled of maple until age2.She he all tests
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My daughter has maple syrup urine disease. What treatment is effective ?
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My daughter is diagnosed with maple syrup urine disease. Could it be genetic?
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Which particular type of person can be affected by maple syrup urine disease?
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What do you suggest if my coworker is talking about some kind of disease having to do with urine and maple syrup. I think he is crazy. is this a real thing?
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Is there really a maple syrup urine disorder?
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My urine smells like maple syrup and i haven't had any. What could be wrong?
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