Question
How to care for and treat children with phenylketonuria?
Answer
Phenylketonuria (PKU) is a genetic disorder caused by a lack of a specific enzyme in the liver, leading to an excessive accumulation of phenylalanine in the body, which can harm the brain and nervous system. Therefore, early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for preventing intellectual disability and other complications. It is recommended that parents take their child to a large-scale, third-level hospital for treatment and follow the professional advice of doctors. Early intervention can help children avoid intellectual impairment and assist in restoring abnormal EEGs. Please make further preparations after receiving the child’s follow-up report.