The topic 4-Hydroxybutyric Aciduria you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Succinic Semialdehyde Dehydrogenase Deficiency.

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• Succinic Semialdehyde Dehydrogenase (SSADH) Deficiency is a condition characterized by low levels of the enzyme SSADH in the body. It is an inborn error of metabolism, a condition in which the metabolism (chemical reactions in our body) is affected due to a defective or absent enzyme or protein
• SSADH Deficiency is a rare genetic disorder, in which there is a mutation in the ALDH5A1 gene that encodes (contains the information necessary for the proper synthesis of) the SSADH enzyme
• The individuals affected could have a number of nonspecific symptoms such as delayed developmental milestones, poor speech and language ability, improper gross and fine motor skill development, mental retardation, and behavioral disturbances
• Though the symptoms begin to manifest in early infancy, SSADH Deficiency disorder is usually diagnosed only during childhood, or sometimes, only into adulthood
• The treatment for SSADH Deficiency is mainly focused on the management of symptoms. The prognosis of the disorder depends upon many factors and it varies from one individual to another

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