May 15th is International MPS Awareness Day. Join Genzyme as we support raising awareness of MPS disease disorders and honoring the individuals and families who are affected by it.
“Monika loves biking, camping, playing with her dog Dawson, coloring, dancing and singing with her friends.”– Mary, mother of MPS I patient
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MPS I is a rare genetic disorder that occurs in about 1 in every 100,000 births. Patients with MPS I disease can experience a wide range of symptoms with variable degrees of severity.
The issues presented by MPS are a lifelong challenge for many patients and their families. Over a period of years, MPS I disease may present a variety of issues to manage, and every person will likely have a different experience.
MPS I has a wide range of symptoms, and people may experience different degrees of disease progression. Because the signs and symptoms are variable, it affects each individual differently.
Alicia is a 16-year-old with MPS I who was diagnosed 10 years ago. Watch Alicia’s story to find out how she is handling life as a teenager living with MPS I.
Treatment for MPS I involves supportive and symptom-based treatment as well as disease-specific treatments that address the underlying cause of the disease.