hereditary fructose intolerance
Hereditary fructose intolerance (HFI) is an autosomal recessive disorder of fructose metabolism, resulting from a deficiency of hepatic fructose-1-phosphate aldolase activity and leading to gastrointestinal disorders and postprandial hypoglycemia following fructose ingestion. HFI is a benign condition when treated, but it is life-threatening and potentially fatal if left untreated.
Also known as: Fructosaemia, Fructose Intolerance, Hereditary, fructose intolerance, fructose intolerance, hereditary, fructose-1,6-bisphosphate aldolase B deficiency, fructosemia, hereditary fructose intolerance, hereditary fructose intolerance syndrome, hereditary fructose-1-phosphate aldolase deficiency, hereditary fructosemia.
Category: General
Symptoms associated with hereditary fructose intolerance
The following symptoms have been associated with hereditary fructose intolerance in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Abdominal pain
An unpleasant sensation characterized by physical discomfort (such as pricking, throbbing, or aching) and perc...
Failure to thrive
Failure to thrive (FTT) refers to a child whose physical growth is substantially below the norm....
Gastrointestinal hemorrhage
Hemorrhage affecting the gastrointestinal tract....
Jaundice
Yellow pigmentation of the skin due to bilirubin, which in turn is the result of increased bilirubin concentra...
Nausea
A sensation of unease in the stomach together with an urge to vomit....
Seizure
A seizure is an intermittent abnormality of nervous system physiology characterized by a transient occurrence ...
Vomiting
Forceful ejection of the contents of the stomach through the mouth by means of a series of involuntary spasmic...
Tests used to investigate hereditary fructose intolerance
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating hereditary fructose intolerance. 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....
Conditions with overlapping symptoms
These conditions share symptoms with hereditary fructose intolerance, which is why a clinical evaluation is important.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is hereditary fructose intolerance?
hereditary fructose intolerance is a health condition described in medical literature. Hereditary fructose intolerance (HFI) is an autosomal recessive disorder of fructose metabolism, resulting from a deficiency of hepatic fructose-1-phosphate aldolase activity and leading to gastrointestinal disorders and postprandial hypoglycemia following fructose ingestion. HFI is a benign condition when treated, but it is life-threatening and potentially fatal if left untreated.
What are the symptoms of hereditary fructose intolerance?
hereditary fructose intolerance is associated with 7 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Abdominal pain, Failure to thrive, Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, Jaundice, Nausea, Seizure. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is hereditary fructose intolerance diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with hereditary fructose intolerance 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 hereditary fructose intolerance, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.