What Is Maple Syrup Urine Disease?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
5. What Is Intermediate MSUD?
Although many of the symptoms of classic MSUD occur in individuals with intermediate MSUD, the general level of enzymes is greater and the symptoms are not as immediately critical. Symptoms for intermediate MSUD can arise at any time between five months and seven years of age.
Those with intermediate MSUD can still present with intellectual and behavioral difficulties and generally respond best to a treatment plan similar to that for the classic type. Although the enzyme activity is greater than with classic MSUD, it is not enough to avoid the typical symptoms associated with the disorder. The symptoms usually just present at a less severe level.
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