What is Hunter syndrome (MPSII)?

Mucopolysaccharidosis II is a subtype of a group of metabolic disorders caused by the absence or malfunctioning of enzymes required to break down sugar chains into simpler molecules, resulting in progressive cellular damage. It may affect multiple organs, physical abilities, and mental development.

How do members experience Hunter syndrome (MPSII)?

Top 5 symptoms reported by people with Hunter syndrome (MPSII)*

*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.

Top treatments taken by people for Hunter syndrome (MPSII)*

Who has Hunter syndrome (MPSII) on PatientsLikeMe?

Age

Age Proportion # of patients
<20 2
20s 1
30s 1
40s 0
50s 1
60s 0
70+ 1

Distribution of sex

Sex

Sex Proportion # of patients
Male 3
Female 4