Treatment of Abetalipoproteinemia

Treatment of Abetalipoproteinemia

Treatment for genetic disorders like abetalipoproteinemia will be difficult as the problem will be inborn and will be inside their genes. But some methods have been developed to cope up with the disorder.

·         Specific diet has been developed for abetalipoproteinemia patients.

·         According to this diet, certain types of fats are to be avoided.

·         Vitamin supplements having K, E and A are to be added to the diet.

·         Also, suitable quantities of iron supplements are to be taken in the food.

·         Nutritionists will generally work with the family of the abetalipoproteinemia patient and will design meal plans suitable to their requirements.