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Medical Conditions - Glycogen Storage Disease

In glycogen storage disease, the body is unable to store or break down glycogen due to enzyme deficiency or problems with specific enzymes. It is a genetic condition, and children born with this disease exhibit symptoms like swollen belly, constant hunger, and problems with normal growth.

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