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Niemann-Pick Disease Type C2

Niemann-Pick Disease Type C2

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Niemann-Pick Disease Type C2: Understanding the Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Living with the Condition Introduction Niemann-Pick Disease Type C2 (NPC2) is a rare genetic disorder that affects the body’s ability to metabolize cholesterol and other lipids. It is a part of a group of disorders known as lysosomal storage diseases, which are characterized by…