Many children with Sanfilippo syndrome display behavioral problems similar to children with autism spectrum disorders. Children can hurt themselves by doing things like banging their head against a wall, or try to harm others by biting or hitting them. Parents and caregivers can feel out of their depth…
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How Can I Prepare for Genetic Testing for Sanfilippo Syndrome?
Sanfilippo syndrome, a progressive disorder that affects the brain and spinal cord and whose symptoms start in early childhood, is characterized by progressive intellectual disability and the loss of previously acquired skills. If physicians suspect a patient has Sanfilippo syndrome, they may recommend a genetic test to…
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FAQs About Sanfilippo Syndrome
Sanfilippo syndrome — also called mucopolysaccharidosis type 3, or MPS 3 — is a progressive disorder that affects the brain and spinal cord, though other body systems also can be involved. It causes progressive intellectual disability and the loss of previously acquired skills. Here are answers to some frequently…
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