SGLT2 inhibitors, medications approved for diabetes, could be used in Fabry disease to reduce albuminuria, which occurs when damaged kidneys let a large protein called albumin pass into the urine, according to a real-world study in adults with Fabry disease. Because patients were followed for a short period of…
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A Fabry disease diagnosis for a woman in Portugal came only after she had a stroke in her early 40s, according to a new report in which the scientists highlighted “the importance of early diagnosis,” especially in nontypical cases. “The observed cerebrovascular [brain blood flow] complications [in this case]…
Throughout 2024, the team at Fabry Disease News brought our readers all the latest updates on research related to Fabry disease and advances in diagnosis and treatment. Here is a list of the 10 most-read articles of last year. We look forward to continuing to be a resource to…
In interviews, people living with Fabry disease in Spain reported a number of unmet needs — among them a general dearth of understanding of the condition’s challenges — that negatively impact patient quality of life. Topping the patients’ main concerns were the scant knowledge about Fabry among work colleagues,…
Becoming educated and informed about Fabry disease is a good first step. Here you’ll find general information about the disease, including diagnosis, symptoms, and causes.
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There is no cure for Fabry disease yet, but there are treatments that can help manage the disease. Learn more about the approved and experimental therapies here.
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