3-methylglutaconic aciduria type 8
3-methylglutaconic aciduria type 8 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
Also known as: 3-methylglutaconic aciduria, type VIII, 3-methylglutaconic aciduria, type VIII; MGCA8, MGA8, MGCA8.
Category: General
Symptoms associated with 3-methylglutaconic aciduria type 8
The following symptoms have been associated with 3-methylglutaconic aciduria type 8 in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Dysphagia
Difficulty in swallowing....
Failure to thrive
Failure to thrive (FTT) refers to a child whose physical growth is substantially below the norm....
Jaundice
Yellow pigmentation of the skin due to bilirubin, which in turn is the result of increased bilirubin concentra...
Poor suck
An inadequate sucking reflex, resulting in the difficult of newborns to be breast-fed....
Seizure
A seizure is an intermittent abnormality of nervous system physiology characterized by a transient occurrence ...
Sensorineural hearing impairment
A type of hearing impairment in one or both ears related to an abnormal functionality of the cochlear nerve....
Tremor
An unintentional, oscillating to-and-fro muscle movement about a joint axis....
Tests used to investigate 3-methylglutaconic aciduria type 8
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating 3-methylglutaconic aciduria type 8. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is 3-methylglutaconic aciduria type 8?
3-methylglutaconic aciduria type 8 is a health condition described in medical literature. 3-methylglutaconic aciduria type 8 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
What are the symptoms of 3-methylglutaconic aciduria type 8?
3-methylglutaconic aciduria type 8 is associated with 7 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Dysphagia, Failure to thrive, Jaundice, Poor suck, Seizure, Sensorineural hearing impairment. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is 3-methylglutaconic aciduria type 8 diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with 3-methylglutaconic aciduria type 8 include CBC with Differential, Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP), Urinalysis. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have 3-methylglutaconic aciduria type 8, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.