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Alkaptonuria
Alternate Names : Alcaptonuria, Homogentisic Acid Oxidase Deficiency, Ochronosis
Alkaptonuria Prevention
Like most genetic diseases, alkaptonuria itself cannot be prevented, but some of the manifestations, such as arthritis, can be minimized by treatment.
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• Definition
• Alkaptonuria Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
• Alkaptonuria Symptoms & Signs
• Alkaptonuria Prevention
• Alkaptonuria Diagnosis & Tests
• Alkaptonuria Treatment
• Alkaptonuria Prognosis
• Alkaptonuria Complications
• Calling Your Health Care Provider
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Review Date : 8/6/2003
Reviewed By : Douglas R. Stewart, M.D., Division of Medical Genetics, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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