50/50 (2) Flashcards
1
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A rare, inherited disease that causes the progressive breakdown of nerve cells in the brain.
A
Huntington’s Disease
2
Q
What are the signs of Huntington’s Disease?
A
- impaired eye movements
- involuntary movements
- weight loss
- behavioral changes
3
Q
Givr the symptoms of Huntington’s Disease.
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- difficulty concentrating and memory lapses
- depression
- stumbling and clumsiness
- involuntary jerking or fidgety movements of the limbs and the body
- mood swings and personality changes
- problems swallowing, speaking, and breathing
- difficulty moving
4
Q
Treatment for Huntington’s Disease
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- physical therapy
- medications
- genetic counseling
- nutritional support
- psychiatric or psychological support
5
Q
How to diagnose Huntington’s Disease?
A
- clinical assessments
- genetic testing
- neuroimaging
- evaluation of symptoms
6
Q
What is the cause of Huntington’s Disease?
A
It is caused by a genetic mutation involving an expanding CAG repeat in the HTT gene.
