Since writing my last column in December, I’ve been working to find the most effective exercise routine and remedies to prevent my blood pressure (BP) from rising too high. Uncontrolled hypertension can lead to heart attack, stroke, and other serious health issues. Until recently, like many people with…
Long-term dosing with lucerastat, an experimental substrate reduction treatment from Idorsia, may slow the loss of kidney function in adults with Fabry disease, perhaps by reducing the buildup of toxic fatty molecules in the body’s cells, a global clinical trial has found. The oral therapy — given…
Discussion
The month of January tends to make people bloom with optimism and fresh resolve to achieve their wellness goals. However, the “take control of your health” message doesn’t resonate with people with Fabry disease. This time of year is a reminder of how much is outside of a Fabry…
Markers of disease-related tissue damage in the brains of Fabry disease patients treated with Galafold (migalastat) tend to remain stable over time, a study found. Fabry patients with high blood pressure may be more likely to have damage in the brain, according…
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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