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Leukodystrophy

Tuesday, August 19, 2008

Leukodystrophy

Leukodystrophy is the degeneration of the white matter of the brain.

The most common symptom of the disease is the gradual decline in a child who previously seemed well. Progressive loss may appear in movements, gait, speech, hearing, ability to eat, vision and behavior.

Source: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke