Meaning of the word "Tay-Sachs Disease" in English
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Tay-Sachs Disease
US /ˌteɪ ˈsæks dɪˌziːz/
UK /ˌteɪ ˈsæks dɪˌziːz/
Noun
a rare, inherited disorder that progressively destroys nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord. It is caused by the absence of a vital enzyme called beta-hexosaminidase A, which leads to the buildup of a fatty substance (GM2 ganglioside) in cells, particularly in the brain.
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Children with Tay-Sachs Disease often show symptoms like developmental delay and a cherry-red spot in the eye.
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Genetic counseling is important for families with a history of Tay-Sachs Disease.