About schilder disease

What is schilder disease?

Adrenoleukodystrophy is an X-linked recessive genetic disorder caused by an abnormality in the ABCD1 gene on the X chromosome. This condition affects the white matter of the nervous system and the adrenal cortex. Some affected individuals have adrenal insufficiency, which means that reduced amounts of certain hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol are produced, leading to abnormalities in blood pressure, heart rate, sexual development and reproduction. Some of those affected experience serious neurological problems that can affect mental function and lead to disability and reduced life span. This condition has been categorized into six types based on symptoms and age of onset: childhood cerebral ALD, adolescent cerebral ALD, adrenomyeloneuropathy, adult cerebral ALD, adrenal insufficiency only and ALD that occurs in females.

What are the symptoms for schilder disease?

Schilder's disease often happens right after an infectious illness. It might start with an overall feeling of discomfort and fever.

What are the causes for schilder disease?

Doctors aren't sure what causes Schilder's disease. Because it usually starts when kids are so young, researchers think there may be a genetic link.

What are the treatments for schilder disease?

The goal is to ease symptoms and keep your body working as smoothly as possible.

What are the risk factors for schilder disease?

This condition is inherited in an autosomal recessive pattern, which means both copies of the gene in each cell have mutations. The parents of an individual with an autosomal recessive condition each carry one copy of the mutated gene, but they typically do not show signs and symptoms of the condition.

Is there a cure/medications for schilder disease?

Your doctor may prescribe:

Corticosteroids
Beta interferon
Immunosuppressive drugs
Physiotherapy
Occupational therapy
Nutritional support through a dietitian could also be suggested.

There's no cure for Schilder's disease, but people respond differently to treatment. Some folks improve greatly, and the disease can go into remission.

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