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Wilson disease is a rare autosomal recessive inherited disorder of copper metabolism.
This disease was first described in 1854 by Friedrich Theodor von Frerichs.
It leads to copper build up in the body. It is caused due to mutation in the Wilson disease protein gene.
Its diagnosis is little difficult. A combination of blood tests, urine tests and liver biopsy is done.
Wilson's disease is typically treated with dietary changes and medication.
Symptoms begin between the ages of 5 and 35 years.
Both males and females are equally affected.
Regards
Wilson disease is a rare autosomal recessive inherited disorder of copper metabolism.
This disease was first described in 1854 by Friedrich Theodor von Frerichs.
It leads to copper build up in the body. It is caused due to mutation in the Wilson disease protein gene.
Its diagnosis is little difficult. A combination of blood tests, urine tests and liver biopsy is done.
Wilson's disease is typically treated with dietary changes and medication.
Symptoms begin between the ages of 5 and 35 years.
Both males and females are equally affected.
Regards