Early diagnosis is the first step to better care
Are you or your loved one facing any of these symptoms?4,5
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Including Fabry and Gaucher disease, many may not know the symptoms and are undiagnosed. When left untreated, complications can be life-threatening. 2,3
Are you or your loved one facing any of these symptoms?4,5
Pain or numbness in hands and feet?Frequent diarrhoea or abdominal pain?Hearing impairment or ringing in ears?Heart and/or kidney problems?Complete our Symptom Matcher Tool to assess your risk of Fabry Disease
Bleeding or bruising easily?Bone pain or fractures?Chronic fatigue and shortness of breath?Enlarged liver and spleen?Complete our Symptom Matcher Tool to assess your risk of Fabry Disease
They are both rare diseases belonging to a group of Lysosomal Storage Disorders (LSD).6,7
LSDs are often characterized by enzyme deficiencies that cause a build-up of substances in the body.6,7
Misdiagnosis for rare diseases is common, and it could take you an average of 7 years or more to receive an accurate diagnosis.8,9
This means that appropriate treatment may be delayed which can lead to complications.2,3
Evaluating your chance of having Fabry and Gaucher diseases through the Symptom Matcher Tool can get you one step closer to the answers you need.
Bring the Symptom Matcher Tool result to a healthcare professional to confirm diagnosis and treatment.
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a patient organization focusing on enhancing the well-being of individuals and their families affected by rare diseases.
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