Inherited neurodegenerative disease characterized by progressive motor and psychiatric dysfunction, dementia, and ultimately death
Onset of symptoms typically occurs between 30 and ...
Patients with an affected family member may present requesting investigation in the presymptomatic stage.
Physical symptoms are typically noted first. Patients may present with choreif...
Genetic counseling
Speech, swallow, occupational, and physical therapy to preserve maximal function
Psychiatric/psychological consultation
Feeding tubes and smoking cessation in...
Full activity as long as possible
Physical therapy:
Balance and walking problems
Strength-building exercises
Exercise to help combat depression
Occupational therapy ...
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58756001 Huntington’s chorea (disorder)
230299004 Juvenile onset Huntington’s disease
230300007 Late onset Huntington’s disease
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HD is an autosomal dominantly inherited disease of insidious onset (typically) between 30 and 50 years.
There is no known cure.
Early symptoms include rhythmic choreiform movements, dyst...
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