GM2 gangliosidosis- 0 variant
Overview
GM2 gangliosidosis, 0 variant (medical condition): An inherited biochemical disorder involving a deficiency of the enzyme called hexosaminidase A&B which results in the harmful accumulation of chemicals in the central nervous system and other body tissues.
Symptoms
Some of the symptoms of GM2 gangliosidosis, 0 variant incude: * Motor weakness * Startle reaction to sound * Early blindness * Progressive mental deterioration * Progressive motor deterioration
Treatment
Treatments for GM2 gangliosidosis, 0 variant (Sandhoff Disease) include: * Symptomatic and supportive