Huntington's+Disease

toc 1373379356 = __ Definition: __ = This disorder causes the brain to deteriorate and affects both psychological and motor functions. This disorder is caused by dominant genes and are usually not diagnosed until adulthood. HGD Chapter 3, p.56.

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Dementia is a loss of brain functions. When confronted with the denial of their desire a person with Huntington's disease may respond with a temper tantrum instead of responding with a more polite and socially acceptable response. = =

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Inter alia, Huntington's disease and HIV-positive status are analogous in that, at the time of diagnosis, victims of both diseases may have no symptoms and may remain healthy for a number of years.

= __Mnemonics:__ =

Symptoms of Huntington's Disease

D- depression

I- irritable

S- signs of uncontrolled movements in feet, face, and fingers

E- experience mood swings

A- answering questions

S- stumble or appear uncoordinated

E- easily apathetic

=__In the News:__= DOMINANT AND RECESSIVE CHARACTERISTICS They have found technology to help detect tiny amounts of Huntington's with great accuracy. You can measure the level of toxic protein that causes Huntington's Disease and this technology can help detect it accurately.

Huntington’s Disease Discusses about Huntington's Disease and mentions the symptoms. It talks about this disease in general and talks of studies to help with Huntington's.

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