Galactosemia By Ashley Robinson What is Galactosemia Symptoms
Galactosemia By: Ashley Robinson What is Galactosemia? • • • Symptoms Rare genetic metabolic disorder A condition that results from too much galactose in the blood. 3 types: Type I (classic galactosemia), Type II (galactokinase deficiency), Type III (galactose epimerase) Nutritional Requirement • • • Pathophysiology • • Galactose is a smaller component of lactose, which is found in milk and dairy products. Lactose is digested in the intestines and broken down into galactose and glucose. People with Type I do not have the necessary enzyme, GALT, to convert galactose to glucose. Galactose therefore builds up in the blood causing symptoms to manifest. Must avoid foods that contain galactose (dairy & dairy products) Infants: Soy based or elemental formulas (no breast milk). Nutritional supplements of Ca+, vitamin D, and riboflavin must be given. Typical Breakfast • • • Diarrhea, vomiting, edema If left untreated, it can cause death in 75% of infants!! Later in life it can cause: speech problems and learning disabilities, and premature ovarian insufficiency in girls • • Scrambled Eggs Turkey bacon Strawberries Orange juice References: Bernstein, L. , Bingen, L. , & Hartnett, C. (2010). Understanding galactosemia: A diet guide. (3 rd ed. ). Columbus, OH: Abbot Laboratories. Retrieved from http: //galactosemia. org/PDFs/Understanding Galactosemia. Diet. Guide 3. pdf
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