Newly Diagnosed

Beginning your journey with MPS or related disease:

Has your child recently been diagnosed with an MPS disease, or is your child undergoing diagnostic testing? We know the information you have received is new and confusing, but please know we are here to help, and can provide you with an abundance of information.

Where should you start?

Learn more about the specific syndrome by visiting the following page.
Visit the MPS Library and download a copy of our syndrome booklets and fact sheets.
Become a member of the National MPS Society. Complimentary one-year membership is available for newly diagnosed families. Contact Laurie Turner, Program Director at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or fill out a and e-mail to Laurie, or mail in a hard copy.
Learn how the society was started.
Connect with other families who have a child with the same syndrome. The National MPS Society office can help make this happen. Other parents are the best resource available. E-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for additional family connections.
Attend local MPS events. Is there one happening in your area?
Know that you are not alone: Emotional Response to Diagnosis Fact Sheet
Treatment options: At this time, Enzyme Replacement Therapy is available for MPS I, MPS II, and MPS VI. Bone Marrow or Cord Blood Transplant is recommended for some individuals diagnosed with certain type of MPS.