Another descendant described as a son was Shebuel, a ruler over the treasuries of David. (2) A son of Levi, so called in 1 Chronicles 6:16,17,20,43,12,71 (Hebrew 1,2,5,28,47,56); 15:7; elsewhere GERSHON (which see).
In certain inherited diseases, the myelin sheath does not develop properly, or it becomes damaged with time. One of the best-known of these disorders is X-linked adrenoleukodystrophy, or X-ALD, which more severely affects males. In X-ALD, an abnormal fatty substance accumulates in the brain, causing damage to the myelin sheath. Symptoms include progressive loss of thinking skills, muscle weakness and seizures. The disease also affects the adrenal gland, which regulates blood pressure and the body's ability to respond appropriately to stress.
Damage in this area can result in spasticity and intellectual impairment. Myelin is an integral component of white matter that coats and essentially insulates cell pathways, promoting speedy transmission of nerve impulses. Damage to myelin slows and impedes nerve transmission, possibly impairing brain function.