Unmasking the Thief of Memories: Understanding and Combating Korsakoff’s Psychosis Syndrome
Korsakoff’s psychosis syndrome, also known as Korsakoff’s syndrome or Korsakoff’s disease, is a neurological disorder that results from a thiamine (vitamin B1) deficiency. Causes This deficiency is often caused by chronic alcohol abuse, inhibiting the absorption of Thiamine and interfering with its metabolism. However, it can also be caused by other factors such as malnutrition, […]
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Phenylketonuria (PKU): Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Introduction: Phenylketonuria (PKU) is a rare genetic disorder that affects how the body processes an amino acid called phenylalanine. PKU is a rare disorder, affecting only about 1 in 10,000 to 15,000 newborns in the United States. However, all newborns must be screened for PKU shortly after birth, as early diagnosis and treatment can prevent […]
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