22) Huntington Disease Flashcards

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What is Huntington disease ?

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Progressive genetic disorder which affects BRAIN

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Symptoms and results ?

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Impaired coordination, decline in cognitive abilities, memory lapses, mood swings etc

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How is this disease caused ?

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By mutation of HTT (Huntington gene)

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