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Wilson's disease
Wilson disease is a genetic condition in which a person's body cannot handle the normal amount of copper obtained through foods. Over time, the copper accumulates in the body and damages the liver and other organs.
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What is Wilson's disease?
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Why is wilson's disease found?
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What is cure for wilsons disease?
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does wilson's disease lead to leukemia?
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What is the treatment for Wilsons disease?
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How old is the oldest newly diagnosed Wilson's disease patient?
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A 60-year old female asked:
Wilson's disease gainrd 60 lbs. in 6 month is thos side effects ?
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Do patients with Wilson's Disease face any particular social stigma?
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A 40-year old asked:
Why are cu and ceruloplasmin levels paradoxically low in wilson's disease?
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A 24-year old female asked:
What would happed if someone with Wilson's disease donated plasma? Could syncope happen even 2wks after?
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A 20-year old female asked:
Could ALT return to normal if you have Wilson's disease and it's not treated? Could it randomly return to normal or would it increase?
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How serious is Wilson's Disease?
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What are the symptoms of Wilson's disease?
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A 21-year old asked:
How did Wilson Disease get its name?
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A 21-year old asked:
Are copper IUDs safe for Wilson's disease patients?
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A 31-year old asked:
Can wilson's disease present as fatty liver or nash?
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A 22-year old asked:
What are some of the other symptoms of Wilson disease?
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A 39-year old asked:
What is Wilson disease? What is the problem in the body?
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A 30-year old asked:
What does it mean for Wilson's Disease to be a "metabolic disorder?"
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A 31-year old asked:
For what reason serum cu and ceruloplasmin levels are paradoxically low in wilson's disease?
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A 34-year old asked:
how do i know if i have wilson's disease or not?
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A 21-year old asked:
What percentage of Wilson's disease patients need liver transplants?
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A 24-year old asked:
Can you provide an overview of how Wilson disease affects the liver?
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A 45-year old asked:
Should I see a specialist for Wilson disease, or can my regular doctor take care of it?
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A 37-year old asked:
How can you live with Wilson's disease?
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Please explain reasons why wilson's disease found in females?
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A 21-year old asked:
Should Wilson's disease patients use weight-gaining supplements to help maintain their weight?
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A 48-year old asked:
How likely do I have Wilson's disease if I have a low ceruloplasmin and high copper on 24 hour urine?
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A 50-year old asked:
What are the most common symptoms of Wilson's Disease?
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What is the difference between Wilson's Syndrome and Wilson's Disease?
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