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Mad Cow Disease and Variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob (cont.)

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When to Seek Medical Care

People or their caregivers should seek medical care if a person is experiencing any of the signs and symptoms of BSE or vCJD such as memory problems or muscle control, especially in younger individuals.

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Variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease and Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy »

Bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE), also known as mad cow disease, and variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) are related disorders.

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