Benny has been diagnosed with a gene-linked abnormality characterized by deceleration of mental and physical development caused by an accumulation of lipids in the nervous system.He has been put on medication and a special diet,but his family has been told that he will probably not live beyond the age of 5.Benny is suffering from:

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The accumulation of lipids in the nervous system is a hallmark feature of Tay-Sachs disease, a rare genetic disorder. The disease hinders the ability to break down gangliosides, a type of lipid, leading to their build-up in nerve cells. This accumulation of lipids leads to neurodegeneration, which impacts mental and physical development, as well as movement, and eventually leads to death typically by the age of 5. Treatment, such as medication and a special diet, can help manage symptoms but there is currently no cure.

Benny Has Been Diagnosed with a Gene-Linked Abnormality Characterized by Deceleration