X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy presenting as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy (X-ALD) is one the leukodystrophies causing a progressive decline in neurological function mainly affecting the children. The most common symptoms are changes in behavior, including social withdrawal or aggression, poor memory or poor scholastic performance. Here, we pr...

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Published in:Indian journal of psychiatry 2015-04, Vol.57 (2), p.208-209
Main Authors: Ilango, T Siva, Nambi, S
Format: Article
Language:English
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Adrenoleukodystrophy
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
Case Report
Case studies
Diagnosis
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Summary:X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy (X-ALD) is one the leukodystrophies causing a progressive decline in neurological function mainly affecting the children. The most common symptoms are changes in behavior, including social withdrawal or aggression, poor memory or poor scholastic performance. Here, we present a 7-year-old boy who presented with symptoms of inattention and hyperactivity and later turned out to be a case of X-ALD.
ISSN:0019-5545
1998-3794
DOI:10.4103/0019-5545.158198