What is an APECED?

Apeced means autoimmune polyendocrinocrinopathy-kandidiasis-codermal dystrophy. This disease prevents the immune system in the human body in the fight against infections. The apeced is a genetically inherited disease that affects Finns, Iranian Jews and Sardinians more than any other race. The apeced can be identified by its many specific symptoms including glands and skin. This symptom causes reduced calcium levels in the blood and results in tingling fingers, lips and legs. Other signs of hypoparathyroidism include dry skin, hair and nails. While hypoparathyroidism can be caused by a number of different health problems, it is one of the main symptoms used to diagnose the presence of apeced. While this type of infection is most commonly associated with women, men with APECED are affected. Yeast infections may occur in the toblast of the mouth and weaknesses, as well as the vagina. Many people experience yeast infections from time to time, but recurrent yeast infections are often a symptom of autoimmune disorder, such as an apeced. Adrenal glands are above the kidneys. They are responsible for the production of steroids that regulate organs and help the body process sodium and potassium. A person suffering from the adrenal insufficiency may be troubled by frequent thirst, weakness and muscle fatigue.

There are specific symptoms that indicate in children. The most visible symptom in children includes problems with many glands in the body. The kidney and sex glands are affected by noticeable symptoms that cause physical problems, such as insufficiently developed testicles and baldness. Infants and children with APECED can also develop frequent infections and inflammations and white eyes. Children with APECED will also have insufficiently developed tooth enamel, which can lead to pain and frequent cavities.

The apeced is a genetically inherited disorder and no medicine has been available since 2010. Contemporary treatment for the APECED includes treatment of symptoms of the disease. Doctors most often workWith patients on the treatment of infections and replacement of hormones that are inhibited by non -functional glands. The diagnosis of APECEDs is not the death penalty, but the treatment of symptoms of disorder is essential for maintaining the quality of life. For this reason, most people have diagnosed an apeced stay in close contact with a family doctor or specialist.