What is Wilson's Disease Degeneration?

Wilson's disease (WD) is a rare autosomal recessive inherited disorder that causes copper to accumulate in liver, brain and other vital organs. WD is often fatal if not recognised and treated when symptomatic. WD predominantly affects the liver, nervous system, or mental state, and the disease may not show any symptoms or manifests as the life-threatening liver failure with severe and sudden onset (fulminant hepatic failure). Sign and symptoms of WD vary widely, depending on which organ is affected.

Common Symptoms