Gaucher disease affects fewer than 10,000 people worldwide. This web site has been created for people living with Gaucher, their friends and families, and health care professionals.

Gaucher disease (pronounced "go-shay") is an inherited genetic disorder caused by a deficiency in an enzyme called glucocerebrosidase.

For Patients and Families

Learn about Gaucher disease, its signs and symptoms, and how it's passed on through families. Hear from other Gaucher patients, get ideas on how to cope, and learn about treatment options and supportive care.

For Healthcare Professionals

Access information on Gaucher disease, view clinical signs by specialty that may indicate Gaucher disease, learn about symptom management, and review treatment options.

The Gaucher Registry

More than 700 physicians in 56 countries have contributed data to the Gaucher Registry, an observational database to research Gaucher disease.

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