Huntington Disease Dementia (cont.)
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Idan Sharon, MD
Medical Editor:
Nestor Galvez-Jimenez, MD
Medical Editor:
Francisco Talavera, PharmD, PhD
Medical Editor:
Helmi L Lutsep, MD
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PreventionRight now, there is no way to prevent HD. It is genetically programmed before birth. Much research in HD is focused on correcting the problem before brain damage can occur. Next Page: Viewer Comments & ReviewsHuntington Disease - TreatmentThe eMedicineHealth physician editors ask:What was the treatment of your Huntington Disease? Huntington Disease - Describe Your ExperienceThe eMedicineHealth physician editors ask:Please describe your experience with Huntington disease. |
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Huntington disease (HD) is a genetic, autosomal dominant, neurodegenerative disorder characterized clinically by disorders of movement, progressive dementia, and psychiatric and/or behavioral disturbance.
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