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Glycogen storage disease IX
Glycogen structure
SymptomsEnlarged liver[1]
CausesMutations in PHKA1, PHKA2, PHKB, or PHKG2 genes[2]
Diagnostic methodCBC, Urinalysis[1][3]
TreatmentPhysical therapy, follow metabolic nutritionist[1]

Glycogen storage disease type IX is a hereditary deficiency of glycogen phosphorylase kinase B that affects the liver and skeletal muscle tissue. It is inherited in an X-linked or autosomal recessive manner.[1]

Signs and symptoms[edit]

The signs and symptoms in glycogen storage disease type IX include:[1]

Most of these signs and symptoms diminish as adulthood sets in.[1]

Genetics[edit]

Glycogen storage disease type IX can be inherited via:[2][4]

Diagnosis[edit]

Histological study (Microscope with stained slide)

The diagnosis of glycogen storage disease IX consists of the following:[1][3]

Types[edit]

There are two types of this inherited condition, glycogen storage disease IXa1 and glycogen storage disease IXa2 that affect the liver of an individual.[6] Mutations in PHKA2 have been seen in individuals with glycogen storage disease IXa2.[medical citation needed]

Management[edit]

Glucose

The management of Glycogen storage disease IX requires treatment of symptoms by frequent intake of complex carbohydrates and protein to combat the low blood sugar. A nutritionist will advise on suitable diets. Liver function is regularly monitored and problems managed as they arise. However, liver problems have only been successfully treated by a transplant. Routine checks of metabolism are needed to ensure blood sugar (glucose) and ketones are managed. Regular moderate exercise is beneficial, although over-vigorous exercise is to be avoided, especially in those with enlarged livers.[1][7]

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References[edit]

  1. ^ a b c d e f g h Goldstein, Jennifer; Austin, Stephanie; Kishnani, Priya; Bali, Deeksha (1993). Pagon, Roberta A; Adam, Margaret P; Ardinger, Holly H; Wallace, Stephanie E; Amemiya, Ann; Bean, Lora JH; Bird, Thomas D; Fong, Chin-To; Mefford, Heather C (eds.). Phosphorylase Kinase Deficiency. Seattle (WA): University of Washington. PMID 21634085. update 2011
  2. ^ a b "Glycogen storage disease type IX". Genetics Home Reference. Retrieved 2016-08-06.
  3. ^ a b Tidy, Colin (21 August 2014). "Glycogen Storage Disorders. GSD information and treatment". Patient Platform. Retrieved 6 August 2016.
  4. ^ "Glycogen storage disease due to phosphorylase kinase deficiency". Orphanet. Retrieved 2016-08-06.
  5. ^ Bernstein, Laurie E; Rohr, Fran; Helm, Joanna R (2015-06-03). Nutrition Management of Inherited Metabolic Diseases: Lessons from Metabolic University. Springer. p. 303. ISBN 9783319146218. Retrieved 6 August 2016.
  6. ^ "Glycogen storage disease IX". OMIM. Johns Hopkins University. Retrieved 2016-08-06.
  7. ^ Fernandes, John; Saudubray, Jean-Marie; van den Berghe, Georges (2013-03-14). Inborn Metabolic Diseases: Diagnosis and Treatment. Springer Science & Business Media. p. 80. ISBN 9783662031476. Retrieved 6 August 2016.

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