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Question: My daughter was recently diagnosed with Tay Sachs disease. There is no cure, she is 2 years old. What can I do to help her? Is there anything that can help break down the GM2 in her brain? Please help.
Brief Answer:
Currently there is no treatment available but anticonvulsants
Detailed Answer:
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Currently there is no treatment available but anticonvulsant drugs help to control initially seizures. Other supportive treatment includes proper nutrition and hydration and techniques to keep the airway open. Children may finally need a feeding tube. After such care, most children die at age of 4 due to different infections.
Take care
Currently there is no treatment available but anticonvulsants
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome.
Currently there is no treatment available but anticonvulsant drugs help to control initially seizures. Other supportive treatment includes proper nutrition and hydration and techniques to keep the airway open. Children may finally need a feeding tube. After such care, most children die at age of 4 due to different infections.
Take care
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