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what type of protein is affected in cells of individuals with tay-sachs
Tay-Sachs disease causes the body to not make a protein called hexosaminidase A. Without this protein, gangliosides build up in nerve cells in the brain, destroying brain cells.
what are the symptoms of tay-sachs disease
Signs and symptoms of Tay-Sachs disease can include the following: loss of motor skills, including turning over, crawling and sitting up; and more.
can babies be born with tay-sachs disease
Tay-Sachs disease is a genetic disorder that is passed from parents to their children. It occurs when a child inherits the gene from both parents.

Question: what are some similar diseases
Self-contained rewrite: what are some similar diseases to tay-sachs disease