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Sphingolipidosis: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment
By Dr. Mei Gill, MD · · Endocrinology and Metabolism
Our Endocrinology and Metabolism team put together this overview of sphingolipidosis for patients and families.
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Topic: sphingolipidosis. A lipid storage disease characterized by functional deficiencies in the enzymes needed for lysosomal degradation of sphingolipid substrates.
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This article is for general information and does not replace advice from your clinician.