Definition
A hereditary condition that is characterized by the inability of the body to produce lysosomal acid ceramidase which causes painful and progressive articular deformities. Symptoms include swollen joints, sensitive skin and the growth of nodules in the vital organs including the heart, kidneys and liver. Intelligence may be affected.
URL Name
YF-3000-3100
Third Level Code
YF-3000
Taxonomy Code
YF-3000.3100
Parent Code
YF-3000
Family Code
Y
Second Level Code
YF
Fourth Level Code
YF-3000-3100
Publication Status
Online