Maple Syrup Urine Disease
Maple syrup urine disease is an inherited metabolic disorder in which the body does not properly process certain amino acids, causing them to build up and producing a characteristic sweet smell in the urine.
Signs in the baby:
- A peculiar urine odor, similar to maple syrup.
- Feeding difficulties, vomiting, or excessive sleepiness.
- Irritability or changes in muscle tone.
Why is early detection important? It is a condition present from birth, so identifying it early is essential for the child's care.
Who evaluates it? The pediatrician performs the initial evaluation and, when it is suspected, refers to specialists in metabolic diseases. If a newborn shows these signs, it is essential to seek medical attention immediately.
Specialties that treat maple syrup urine disease
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in maple syrup urine disease
Dr. Edgar Bustos Córdova
Dr. Alberto Fregoso Ojeda
Dr. Rodolfo Rivas Ruiz
Dr. Sergio Miguel Gomez Dorantes
Dr. Mercado Filomena Vizcaino
Dr. Olga Eugenia Martínez Garza
Dr. Jose Luis Balanzar Serna
Dr. Alfonso Corona Tellez
Dr. Rodriguez Francisco Herrera
Dr. Román Pineda Abarca
Dr. Escandon Hector Calles
Dr. Roberto Moreno Paez
Dr. Francisco Alvarado Alemán
Dr. Jesús Isidro Pinzón Sánchez
Dr. Elizabeth Solano Pareja
Dr. Victor Tapia Alfaro
Dr. Julio Fraire Calleros
Dr. Gabriela Juárez Domínguez
Dr. Maria Eugenia Chang Gonzalez
Dr. Edgar Sanchez-Uribe
Frequently asked questions
What is maple syrup urine disease?
Maple syrup urine disease is an inherited metabolic disorder in which the body does not properly process certain amino acids, causing them to build up and producing a characteristic sweet smell in the urine.
Which doctor treats maple syrup urine disease?
Maple Syrup Urine Disease is usually treated by specialists in pediatrician.