PIMELURIA Meaning and
Definition
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Pimeluria is a compound word derived from the Greek words "pimele," meaning fat or oil, and "ouron," meaning urine. It refers to a rare, autosomal recessive metabolic disorder characterized by a deficiency of the enzyme p-hydroxyphenylpyruvate oxidase (HPPA oxidase).
The deficiency of HPPA oxidase results in the accumulation of p-hydroxyphenylpyruvate (HPPA) in the body, which is then excreted in excessive amounts in the urine, leading to its characteristic oily or greasy appearance. This condition primarily affects the kidneys and urinary system.
Individuals with pimeluria may exhibit symptoms such as a strong or pungent odor in their urine, stained or dark-colored underwear due to urinary discoloration, and occasionally, intellectual disabilities. It is important to note that not all individuals with pimeluria will experience the same symptoms or severity of the disorder.
Pimeluria is considered a rare disorder, and the exact prevalence is unknown. Its inheritance is autosomal recessive, meaning that both parents must carry a copy of the mutated gene for the child to inherit the condition.
Treatment for pimeluria involves managing symptoms and maintaining a specific diet low in phenylalanine and tyrosine, the precursors of HPPA. This diet aims to prevent the excessive production of HPPA and reduce its accumulation in the body. Additionally, regular monitoring and follow-up with healthcare professionals are essential to ensure early detection and appropriate management of the disorder's complications.
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The passage of fat globules in the urine, lipuria.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
Common Misspellings for PIMELURIA
- oimeluria
- limeluria
- -imeluria
- 0imeluria
- pumeluria
- pjmeluria
- pkmeluria
- pomeluria
- p9meluria
- p8meluria
- pineluria
- pikeluria
- pijeluria
- pimwluria
- pimsluria
- pimdluria
- pimrluria
- pim4luria
- pim3luria
- pimekuria
Etymology of PIMELURIA
The word "pimeluria" is derived from the Greek words "pimelē" meaning "fat" or "oil" and "ouron" meaning "urine".
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