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DescriptionGalactosemia, an inherited disorder, is the inability of the body to metabolize galactose which results in damage to the liver, central nervous system, and other body systems. Galactose makes up half of lactose, the sugar found in milk.

DescriptionGalactosemia, an inherited disorder, is the inability of the body to metabolize galactose which results in damage to the liver, central nervous system, and other body systems. Galactose makes up half of lactose, the sugar found in milk.

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