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| Heard of PKU??? |
I have a degree in Ed. with a major in MR. I know, of course, what PKU is, but I live in NC. I found a site that might be of interest to you. You have probably found it yourself, but just in cas... |
| What is PKU? |
phenylalanine is found commonly in protein, caused by a faulty gene (12th chromosome)
for most parts both parents have to be "carriers" of the faulty gene (another instance includes 2 p... |
| PKU and bone density problems? |
Yes, most likey. Individuals who suffer from PKU have problems with bone density due to dietary deficiencies in protein, calcium and vitamin D. ... |
| Anybody have Phenylketonruia (PKU)? |
No, I do not have PKU, but I know about it, because I am a dietitian.
Congratulations for continuing to do the best you can for your body. I am very, very impressed!! As a young lady, you have... |
| People With PKU? |
Jess,
Here is a website on PKU. It has personal stories, tips for having to write papers, and even a scholarship for those with PKU who want to go to college. I hope this helps and God Bless!
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| Wat kind of foods can i eat if i have pku? |
Babies are tested for PKU when they are born.
You should already be on a special diet for this problem. ... |
| I am looking for a Gluten Free and a PKU (protein free) cake. Is there one out there? |
A PKU recipe I don't know, but I have a really nice Victorian Sponge recipe. You can find it on www.hub-uk.com/interesting02/gluten-free... It's dairy-, gluten-, wheat-, corn-, egg- and y... |
| I want to know if there is a connection between PKU and Diabetes Type 1.? |
no, not really, type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disorder, while pku is a metabolic problem ... |
| What is a PKU done on the babay and what happens if it comes back bad? |
PKU, or phenylketonuria, is a genetic disorder where the person lacks an enzyme to break down a certain amino acid called phenylalanine. In children with PKU, phenylalanine builds up in their bodi... |
| Can people with PKU get on ssi? |
Phenylketonuria is not deabilitating. Get a job and eat right. ... |
| Can somone with PKU go undetected past their childhood? |
Without treatment, most infants with PKU develop mental retardation. Those with untreated PKU may also develop additional neurologic symptoms.
Babies born with PKU in the US and many other parts o... |
| What effects does pku have on a child's behaviour? |
Devastating. The affects are cumulative, which is why the effects get worse as the child gets older.
See this link:
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| Does anyone have PKU on here? |
Me and my 8-year-old sister do. I also have 5 siblings who don't have PKU. I drink Vitaflo PKU express coolers (orange and purple) and XPhe Maxamum juice boxes (Orange and berry). My sister dr... |
| I have PKU Disease... Does anyone else? |
About this disease, here :-
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| What does PKU stand for? |
phenyllketonuria- I believe it's a disease that causes mental retardation in children
the website below tells you all about it ... |
| Is PKU found after the age of 15? |
Phenylketonuria is related to a form of a metabolic disorders and it deals with the protein levels in the body system. It is also a rare condition that both parents must be carriers and that is sti... |
| Famous people that have died of PKU.? |
I couldn't find such a list. Maybe you can here:
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| My 2 year old daughter appears to have an allergy to Phenylalanine should I be worried about PKU? |
Absolutely not! You are being a responsible parent. ... |
| What should the protein level be for a 1 month old baby with pku? |
my son has classic pku, he is 21 months old and the amount has not changed, he was born about 6 pounds and is now about 32. the safe range is approximately between
2 and 10 mg/dl (phenylalanine),... |
| I have a 8 mo. old with pku and was wondering if i can get ssi for him ? |
Is your child covered by private health insurance, or is he on medicaid or a similar public health program/ If he is on a public (welfare) type health care program, he may qualify for other progra... |
| How do I know if I got PKU? |
My six year old daughter has PKU (Phenylketonuria). It was discovered by a standard natal screening test, developed in the sixties by a man who wasn't even a doctor. The test was developed and... |
| What artficial sweetener must patient with PKU avoid? |
Aspartame. ... |
| What is the genetic disorder called PKU.? Explain Please? |
Phenylketonuria (PKU) is an inherited disorder of body chemistry that, if untreated, causes mental retardation. Fortunately, through routine newborn screening, almost all affected newborns are now ... |
| Why do they call it pku? |
They call it PKU because saying "phenylketonuria" over and over again is a mouthfull. The "uria" ending at the end signifies that phenylketones appear in the urine. People wit... |
| Described the person having PKU? |
Dead ... |
| Why can't doctors simply add the enzyme that is deficent in PKU to the individuals diet? |
Your gut would break it apart before the body could use it. ... |
| Besides diet soda and bubble gum, what else can't people with PKU eat? |
anything containing gelatine, taurine, aspartame...
these can include anything "diet", energy drinks, alot of lollies (candy), artificial sugars such as equal.
its safest to go for ... |
| What happened if always chewing the gum that be cautious for PKU disease? |
PKU stands for phenylketonuria which is an inborn error of metabolism of phenylalanines contained as an artificial sweetener in chewing gums. Nothing will happen if you don't have phenylketon... |
| Is it a law that you have to stay on pku diet? |
not to my knowledge it isn't. You would have to explain a little more about the circumstances. ... |
| 5锛嶢 woman with the rare recessive disease phenylketonuria (PKU), who had been treated with a? |
She would be treated with a low phenylalanine diet.
This diet consists of strict amounts of fruits, vegetables, bread, pasta, and cereals. It also can include a phenylalanine-free medical form... |
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