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Fanconi's SyndromeGeneral Information on Fanconi's SyndromeFanconi’s Syndrome is a rare disorder in which there are excess amounts glucose, bicarbonate, phosphates, uric acid, amino acids, sodium, and potassium excreted into the urine instead of being reabsorbed back into the bloodstream. The excessive excretions are caused by a malfunction of the proximal tubes of the kidneys. There are several causes of Fanconi’s syndrome. Fanconi’s syndrome can be hereditary or it can be caused by vitamin D deficiency, heavy metal and chemical exposure, kidney transplant, or caused by an underlying disease such as amyloidosis. Should the cause of Fanconi’s syndrome be hereditary, the symptoms usually develop during infancy. Fanconi’s syndrome causes damage to the kidneys and to the bones. Although there is no cure for Fanconi’s syndrome, treatment can prevent the damage for getting worse and can even, in rare cases, reverse it. Symptoms of Fanconi's SyndromeSome of the symptoms of Fanconi’s syndrome may be:
Treatments For Fanconi's SyndromeThe treatment for Fanconi’s syndrome is sodium bicarbonate supplements to neutralize the high acidity in the blood, potassium supplements, and vitamin D and phosphate supplements to treat bone disease. Should the case of Fanconi’s syndrome be severe, a kidney transplant may be required in cases of kidney failure. Personal Experience Fanconi's Syndrome - personal experiencesFanconi's Syndrome experience by - Raj Siliguri, India I am experiencing pain on my bones at two places and stretch on my mussels of thai and shoulders. some time i feel that ants are biting on my skin. I have checked my uric acid it was about 6.9 touching upper level. The diabetes is normal in fasting. I have inquired about my illness through searching online and read this article. Now I am thinking to go and consult the doctor to confirm that i m not suffering from this problem. I wish i m not having such deadly illness. God may please help me. -------- View all personal experiences on Fanconi's Syndrome Share your personal experience with Fanconi's Syndrome, Click Here If you want to share information on a different disease, Click Here Remember, this information is for reference only. Always contact your physician or medical profesional for advice.
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