Anyone out there heard of Adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD)?

Hi @beverlymarks, have you been diagnosed with adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD)? Did both your brother and son die of the same condition?

Reading more about ALD here https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/adrenoleukodystrophy/symptoms-causes/syc-20369157 I see that ALD can be diagnosed in childhood or as an adult. And that the symptoms are often more severe in males than females.

Were you diagnosed with adult-onset ALD? What symptoms do you find the most challenging?

Yes I have been diagnosed with Adrenaleukodystrophh. Yes my son was diagnosed with it. 65 years ago they knew nothing. My sister and mom were both diagnosed with it. Now my niece and her son were also diagnosed. My nephew was diagnosed with addisons. When will this stop..

I hope you can direct me to Drs that can be helpful to help. I have a gait imbalance and I am falling alot. I also have bad headaches.

Beverly, here is information about adrenoleukodystrophy care at Mayo Clinic https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/adrenoleukodystrophy/care-at-mayo-clinic/mac-20369166

To inquire about a specialist, please contact the Mayo Clinic closest to you: http://mayocl.in/1mtmR63

@beverlymarks
Hello Beverly,
I have heard of it but I can’t say that I really know anything about it other than it has something to do with the X chromosome and that patients have seizures sometimes. Have you had any seizures.
I don’t know any doctors who specialize in
Adrenoleukodystrophy but I’d strongly recommend going to the Mayo Clinic. I don’t think you can beat it.
You have my best wishes, prayers, and my blessings.
Take care,
Jake

Has anyone tried hyperbaric chamber for any of these problems. I have been reading alot about hyperbaric chambers. Produces more red blood cells.

Hi @beverlymarks, Connect is an online community where you can connect with other patients and people with similar conditions. I noticed that you titled your discussion "Medical Coordiator". I believe that you meant to post it to this discussion you started about ALD. I've moved the messages together so we can help form a group of members talking about adrenoleukodystrophy.

Here's information about Hyperbaric oxygen therapy from Mayo Clinic https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/hyperbaric-oxygen-therapy/about/pac-20394380

What have you been learning about hyperbaric oxygen therapy in relationship to ALD?

Thank you so much for responding to my text.It is with your chromosomes. There is no cure for it. My brother passed on 65 years ago and they knew nothing about it. I also lost my son 10 years ago,he had cerebral Ald which affects the brain. I have the neuropathy part which I have a gait and balance.My sister is in a wheelchair and she had a colostomy. I have a son that has ed with it and other family members. I pray that there will be a cure soon. I took my son to Kennedy Kreiger and they diagnosed him I f anyone has any insight about it I would be open to anything. I pray.

I would say I'm sorry but I'm pretty sure you hear a lot of that just like I do. All I can say is hang in there you have a lot on your shoulders just like me. I bet you me and you are a lot alike because we take care of everything and I mean everything. So I know exactly what you're going through. If you ever want to message me Montauk you're more than welcome to. I know the struggles of everyday life and every day is different. 

Hey. Good to hear from you and again.