Glycogen storage disease type III

If your child has glycogen storage disease type 3, they should get regular checkups with a pediatric metabolic specialist and a nutritionist or dietician. Children with glycogen storage disease type 3 should also have regular examinations of their liver and heart, as well as annual bloodwork. You may be referred to other specialists depending on your child’s symptoms. It is also important your child continues to be seen by a pediatrician or family doctor as well. If your child becomes ill, emergency care may be necessary.

Your child will have regular visits to the pediatrician and metabolic specialist as well as regular liver and heart exams. The doctor will review your child’s diet with you and may take blood or urine samples to check blood sugar levels. The doctor will also conduct a physical and developmental exam, to make sure your child is growing healthy and well.

Your pediatrician needs to work with a metabolic dietitian and a pediatric metabolic specialist to take care of your child. If there are no pediatric metabolic specialists in your area, you will need to work closely pediatrician to help them become informed about your child’s diagnosis and connect with a metabolic specialist for consultation. Your doctor should know about your child’s diet and any concerns you may have about their development. If your child has vomiting, lethargy, unexplained muscle weakness, sweating or shakiness for more than 12 hours, contact your pediatrician immediately as they will need careful management of their illness to avoid more serious health problems.