How are cyclic vomiting syndrome, depressionIt is a mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest., migraines, chronic pain and more related to mitochondrialRelated to the mitochondria. function?
Dr. Richard Boles from Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles discusses the research surrounding functional disorders and mitochondrial disease.
This discussion will dig into questions that are relevant to patients, parents and family members, such as:
- What does the term “functional disorder” mean?
- Why is there often a history of chronic pain or illness in families with mitochondrial disease?
- How are mitochondrial functional disorders and symptoms inherited, and how do genetics relate to chronic symptoms of pain, fatigueThe overall feeling of tiredness or lack of energy. It is not the same as simply feeling drowsy or sleepy. Being fatigued means having no motivation or energy., vomiting and depression?
- How does autism, ADHD, and SIDS relate to mitochondrial dysfunctionThis is when mitochondria do not work as well as they should due to another disease or condition. Many conditions can lead to secondary dysfunction.?
- Are there any differences in treatment approaches for these conditions in families who have a mitochondrial disease diagnosis already?
