Genetic Disorder: An inherited condition that causes nerve cells in the brain break down over time
Genetic Mutation:
- Anyone who inherits the gene will eventually get the disease
- Parents who have a mutation in the HD gene have a 50% chance of passing the disease to their children
Physical Characteristics:
- Involuntary jerking
- Muscle problems
- Slow or abnormal eye movements
Possible Treatment: No cure exists but they are treatable by...
- Drugs
- Physical therapy
- Talk therapy (help manage symptoms)
Fact:
- Starts around the age of 30-40
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Paul, Bindu D.; Sbodio, Juan I.; Xu, Risheng; Vandiver, M. Scott; Cha, Jiyoung Y.; Snowman, Adele M.; Snyder, Solomon H.. . Nature , 5/ 1/2014, Vol. 509 Issue 7498
Paul, Bindu D.; Sbodio, Juan I.; Xu, Risheng; Vandiver, M. Scott; Cha, Jiyoung Y.; Snowman, Adele M.; Snyder, Solomon H.. . Nature , 5/ 1/2014, Vol. 509 Issue 7498