Hunter syndrome history and symptoms

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The symptoms of Hunter syndrome (MPS II) are generally not apparent at birth, but usually start to become noticeable after the first year of life. Often, the first symptoms of Hunter syndrome may include inguinal hernias, ear infections, runny noses, and colds. Since these symptoms are quite common among all infants, they are not likely to lead a doctor to make a diagnosis of Hunter syndrome right away. As the buildup of GAG continues throughout the cells of the body, signs of Hunter syndrome become more visible.

It is the early-onset and severe form of the disease.

• Aggressive behavior
• Hyperactivity
• Decreased mental function
• Severe mental retardation
• Spasticity

• Mild to no mental deficiency

• Carpal tunnel syndrome
• Coarse features of the face
• Deafness
• Hypertrichosis
• Joint stiffness
• Macrocephaly

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