For Galactosemia we have terms and definitions in 4 topics. The topics are Health, Medical, Women's Health and Womens Health.

Galactosemia (Health)

A build-up of galactose in the body, caused by a lack of one of the enzymes needed to breakdown galactose into glucose.

Galactosemia (Medical)

A genetic disorder in which galactose cannot be converted into glucose

Galactosemia (Women's Health)

A condition where the body is not able to process galactose (a sugar), which makes up half of the sugar (called lactose) found in milk. When galactose levels become high, body organs and the central nervous system can be damaged. In newborns, the condition is found when first breastfeeding and can cause jaundice and other problems.

Galactosemia (Womens Health)

A condition where the body is not able to process galactose (a sugar), which makes up half of the sugar (called lactose) found in milk. When galactose levels become high, body organs and the central nervous system can be damaged. In newborns, the condition is found when first breastfeeding and can cause jaundice and other problems.

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