Fanconi?s syndrome

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Kidney anatomy

Fanconi?s syndrome

Alternative Names:

De Toni-Fanconi syndrome
Treatment:

Many different diseases can cause Fanconi's syndrome. The underlying disease should be treated if there is a treatment available. For example:

Wilson's disease is treated with D-penicillamine, which binds excess copper in the blood.
Cystinosis is treated with cysteamine, which removes cystine from the body.

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Most disorders causing Fanconi's syndrome cannot be treated directly. In these cases, the symptoms of the disease are treated instead. Symptomatic therapy includes:

Alkali therapy, which treats acidosis by increasing the pH of the blood
Replacement of electrolytes such as potassium, phosphate, calcium, and magnesium
Supplementing the diet with Vitamin D to prevent rickets and osteomalacia

Support Groups:

Support groups exist for many of the diseases that can result in Fanconi's syndrome.

Expectations (prognosis):

The prognosis depends on the underlying disease.

Calling your health care provider:

Call your health care provider if dehydration or muscle weakness occurs.