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Adrenoleukodystrophy presenting as glue sniffing

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Adrenoleukodystrophy classically presents in childhood with bronze skin, spastic tetraparesis, dysphagia, behavioural abnormalities and adrenal insufficiency. However, atypical presentations are known. Here we report an adolescent with adrenoleukodystrophy who first… Click to show full abstract

Adrenoleukodystrophy classically presents in childhood with bronze skin, spastic tetraparesis, dysphagia, behavioural abnormalities and adrenal insufficiency. However, atypical presentations are known. Here we report an adolescent with adrenoleukodystrophy who first sought medical attention for glue sniffing.

Keywords: adrenoleukodystrophy; presenting glue; glue sniffing; adrenoleukodystrophy presenting

Journal Title: BMJ Case Reports
Year Published: 2020

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