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*

*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

Age Proportion # of patients
<20 0
20s 1
30s 0
40s 1
50s 16
60s 7
70+ 4

Distribution of sex

Sex

Sex Proportion # of patients
Male 2
Female 27