Question
What is the normal range for galactosemia in pediatrics?
Answer
If not treated promptly, galactosemia can lead to symptoms such as dry heaves, nausea, abdominal pain, delayed mental development, liver enlargement, cataracts, jaundice, and low brain development. If left untreated early on, it can be life-threatening in infancy. However, if diagnosed early, the baby can grow and develop normally by being fed foods that are free of lactose and galactose. Therefore, timely detection and preventive treatment are crucial for children’s development.