Galactokinase Deficiency treatment in Magdalena Contreras

Galactokinase deficiency is a hereditary metabolic disorder in which the body does not properly process galactose, a sugar found in milk, due to the lack of an enzyme responsible for transforming it.

Characteristic manifestation: One of its best-known signs is the formation of a clouding in the lens of the eye (cataract), which can be noticed from an early age.

Why detecting it matters: Identifying the disorder in time allows guidance of the follow-up and the dietary measures indicated by the professional.

Who treats it? The pediatrician follows the child's development and general evaluation, while the ophthalmologist examines the eye involvement. If clouding of the eye is detected in a child or a metabolic problem is suspected, seeking evaluation from these specialists is recommended.