Respite Care for Fabry Disease
Being a primary caregiver for a patient with a rare disorder like Fabry disease can be physically, mentally, and…
Articles by Brian Murphy, Ph.D.
Preparing for ERT Infusion for Fabry Disease
Enzyme replacement therapy (ERT), which provides the specific enzymes missing in Fabry patients, can help to ease or even…
FAQs About Fabrazyme for Fabry Disease
Fabrazyme is an approved treatment for Fabry disease patients age 8 and older. It was developed…
Fabry Disease and Hearing
Hearing loss and vertigo are common symptoms of Fabry disease. This article discusses how Fabry disease may affect…
Fabry Disease and the Heart
Fabry disease leads to heart complications in more than 50% of patients. Here is more information about these complications…
Multidisciplinary Care Team for Fabry Disease
If you have Fabry disease, you may need to see a multidisciplinary team of healthcare providers in addition to your…
Fabry Disease and Sleep
Sleep disorders are common in people with Fabry disease. Here are some explanations as to why disturbed sleep…
Fabry Disease and Seizures
Patients with Fabry disease may develop neurological symptoms, including seizures. While rare, these can be life-altering. Following is information about…
Fabry Disease and Anesthesia
People with Fabry disease may need, at some point, to undergo medical procedures that require anesthesia. Here is information…
Fabrazyme vs. Replagal for the Treatment of Fabry Disease
There currently is no cure for Fabry disease, but there are treatments available to help manage the…