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WebMD explains the causes, symptoms, and treatment of Gaucher disease, a genetic disease that can cause damage to organs such as spleen, liver, and brain.

However, he questioned if it was a rare genetic condition called Gaucher disease, which involves a buildup of fatty cells in the liver, spleen, and occasionally the bone marrow.

Before treatment, imaging screens detect the earliest signs of active Gaucher disease, which can appear before you notice any symptoms. This helps doctors choose the optimal time to start therapy.