Medical procedures and tests sometimes require anesthesia, which can be especially challenging for patients with aromatic L-amino acid decarboxylase…
Emily Malcolm, PhD
Emily holds a Ph.D. in Biochemistry from the University of Iowa and is currently a postdoctoral scholar at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She graduated with a Masters in Chemistry from the Georgia Institute of Technology and holds a Bachelors in Biology and Chemistry from the University of Central Arkansas. Emily is passionate about science communication, and, in her free time, writes and illustrates children’s stories.
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Articles by Emily Malcolm, PhD
Aromatic l-amino acid decarboxylase (AADC) deficiency is an extremely rare disorder that affects the nervous system. The disease can…
Medications to Avoid in AADC Deficiency
Aromatic l-amino acid decarboxylase (AADC) deficiency is a rare genetic disease that affects the nervous system. How do doctors…
A good support network is important for maintaining your physical and psychological health. Positive support from friends, family,…
Sleeping Tips for Children With AADC Deficiency
Caring for a child with aromatic L-amino acid decarboxylase (AADC) deficiency comes with many challenges. One of the…
Aquatic Therapy for Children with AADC Deficiency
Children with aromatic L-amino acid decarboxylase (AADC) deficiency generally have muscle weakness, uncontrollable movements, and developmental delays. Physiotherapy…
Tips for Feeding Problems in Infants with AADC Deficiency
Caring for a baby with aromatic l-amino acid decarboxylase (AADC) deficiency can be very difficult. Among other challenges, i…
Physiotherapy for AADC Deficiency – A Parent’s Guide
Physiotherapy is among the treatment approaches likely to help people with aromatic L-amino acid decarboxylase (AADC) deficiency,…
Music Therapy for AADC Deficiency
Many patients with aromatic L-amino acid decarboxylase (AADC) deficiency are non-verbal and have difficulty communicating with their parents or caregivers.
Equine Therapy for AADC Deficiency
Aromatic L-amino acid decarboxylase (AADC) deficiency is a rare genetic disorder characterized by muscle weakness, uncontrollable movements, and developmental…