What is glycogen storage disease?
Glycogen storage disease is an inherited disorder caused by the buildup of a complex sugar called glycogen in the body's cells. The accumulation of glycogen in certain organs and tissues, especially the liver, kidneys, and small intestines, impairs their ability to function normally.
How do members experience glycogen storage disease?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with glycogen storage disease*
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Top treatments taken by people for glycogen storage disease*
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Who has glycogen storage disease on PatientsLikeMe?
Age
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 3 | |
| 20s | 4 | |
| 30s | 8 | |
| 40s | 8 | |
| 50s | 6 | |
| 60s | 5 | |
| 70+ | 1 |
Distribution of sex
Sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 14 | |
| Female | 20 |
Talk to people with glycogen storage disease
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