MITOCHONDRIAL DISEASES

5-aminolevulinic acid may aid in the treatment of mitochondrial disorders

Issues are particularly acute in more energy intensive parts of the body such as the brain and muscles, causing severe issues such as mitochondrial encephalopathy, lactic acidosis and stroke-like episodes (MELAS) syndrome, a debilitating condition. Sadly, there is currently no cure: scientists around the world continue to be on the lookout for effective treatments.