adjective
- relating to or affected by galactosemia, a metabolic disorder in which the body cannot properly process galactose, a simple sugar
Usage: medical/scientific term; typically used in clinical or genetic contexts
Examples
- The infant was diagnosed with a galactosemic condition after routine newborn screening.
- Galactosemic patients must follow a strict galactose-free diet to prevent serious complications.
- Early detection of galactosemic disorders allows for prompt dietary intervention.
- The galactosemic mutation affects the enzyme responsible for breaking down galactose.
- Children with galactosemic disease require lifelong medical monitoring and dietary management.