Detailed Information on Metachromatic Leukodystrophy
Posted on November 2, 2008 - Filed Under Health | Leave a Comment
Metachromatic leukodystrophy (MLD) is known as the leukodystrophies.
Metachromatic leukodystrophy (MLD) is a inherited disorder that affects nerves, muscles, and other organs. It slowly gets worse over time. Metachromatic leukodystrophy is reported to occur in 1 in 40,000 to 160,000 individuals worldwide. MLD is caused by a lack of the arylsulfatase an enzyme. Without this enzyme, lipids accumulate in the cells of the nervous system, liver, and kidneys. This accumulation of lipids eventually destroys the myelin sheath. There are three forms of Metachromatic Leukodystrophy. They are based on when the symptoms begin.
