Patient's question:
These days, my boss said I'm not in good spirits, which has affected my work performance. Actually, I didn't want to, either. I often can't sleep at night and sometimes feel anxious and uncomfortable. If it gets worse, I'm worried it will affect my health and work. How can phenylketonuria be relieved?Doctor's answer:
Phenylketonuria is a disease primarily caused by hereditary metabolic disorders, mainly due to a lack of tyrosinase in the body. After a child is born, newborn screening is necessary to detect phenylketonuria. If it is detected, the country provides subsidies and special food for prevention. If the child has already grown into adulthood, it is difficult to alleviate the condition, and there are no particularly effective methods for relief.