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MPS and ML - Mucopolysaccharidoses and Mucolipidoses

These are rare genetic disorders caused by the body’s inability to produce certain enzymes. The result is an abnormal deposit of complex sugars in tissues and cells. This causes progressive damage throughout the organ systems. Progressive facial disfiguration and abnormality will eventually interfere with eating. When tolerated, the dysphagia textures will allow these children to be fed orally instead of tube fed.

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