Patient's question:
How is galactosemia treated? If it is detected, will there be any sequelae?Doctor's answer:
The treatment for galactosemia generally involves dietary control with a galactose-free diet. Foods such as breast milk, cow's milk, dairy products, and animal organs should be avoided. Infants can be given soy milk as a substitute for cow's milk or breast milk. Blood levels of galactose and galactose-1-phosphate should be monitored regularly. This condition cannot be completely cured and can only be managed through dietary control.