What is X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy female carrier?
X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy (X-ALD) is a progressive, genetic disorder that affects the adrenal glands, the spinal cord and white matter of the nervous system. Although X-ALD predominantly affects males, many female carriers eventually develop neurological symptoms.
How do members experience X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy female carrier?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy female carrier*
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Common symptom
Fatigue
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Nothing reported yet
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Stress
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Nothing reported yet
*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 X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy female carrier*
Who has X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy female carrier on PatientsLikeMe?
Age | Proportion | # of patients |
---|---|---|
<20 | 0 | |
20s | 1 | |
30s | 0 | |
40s | 1 | |
50s | 13 | |
60s | 8 | |
70+ | 6 |
Distribution of sex
Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
---|---|---|
Male | 2 | |
Female | 27 |