Hydroxykynureninuria

Overview

A rare genetic disorder where a deficiency of the enzyme kynureninase (a vitamin B6) causes physical and mental problems. The deficiency can also occur in an acquired form which tends to be less severe

Symptoms

* Mental retardation * Psychomotor retardation * Mild mouth inflammation * Cheilosis * Muscle symptoms

Diagnosis

signs and symptoms of Hydroxykynureninuria may vary on an individual basis for each patient. Only your doctor can provide adequate diagnosis of any signs or symptoms and whether they are indeed Hydroxykynureninuria symptoms.