my little brother 18 years old, has leukodystrophy.i am very sad for him. sad for his die.... please help me.thanks a lot.
2007-03-16 22:37:46 · 3 answers · asked by amir m 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
It varies from patient to patient on how long they live. Many live for a long period of time .
The most common symptom of a leukodystrophy disease is a gradual decline in an infant or child who previously appeared well. Progressive loss may appear in body tone, movements, gait, speech, ability to eat, vision, hearing, and behavior. There is often a slowdown in mental and physical development. Symptoms vary according to the specific type of leukodystrophy, and may be difficult to recognize in the early stages of the disease.
Treatment for most of the leukodystrophies is symptomatic and supportive, and may include medications, physical, occupational, and speech therapies; and nutritional, educational, and recreational programs. Bone marrow transplantation is showing promise for a few of the leukodystrophies.
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2007-03-16 23:29:28 · answer #1 · answered by Cherokee Billie 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The prognosis for the leukodystrophies varies according to the specific type of leukodystrophy. It would be much more sensible to discuss this with his physicians.
2007-03-17 14:07:00 · answer #2 · answered by Dr Frank 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Keep your hopes up, it's not always fatal. With care he'll have a good quality of life.
2007-03-17 05:46:23 · answer #3 · answered by tucksie 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋