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Is chorea fatal?
yes
What is the prognosis of Huntington's chorea?
The prognosis of chorea depends on its cause. Huntington's chorea is incurable, leading to the patient's death 10-25 years after the first symptoms appear.
Are psychiatric symptoms associated with Sydenham's chorea?
Some children develop psychiatric symptoms associated with Sydenham's chorea before the physical symptoms appear. They may start acting unusually restless, aggressive, or hyperemotional.
What are the motor symptoms of Huntington disease?
dystonia, or sustained abnormal postures, including facial grimaces, a twisted neck, or an arched back; chorea, in which involuntary jerking, twisting or writhing motions become pronounced
What is the recovery from Sydenham's chorea?
Most patients with Sydenham's chorea recover after a period of bed rest and temporary limitation of normal activities. In most cases, the symptoms disappear gradually rather than stopping abruptly.
Why is Huntington disease called Huntington's chorea?
This is because about 90% of people with HD have chorea. These movements may be mild at first, but can worsen and become more involuntary with time.
Who is affected by chorea gravidarum?
Chorea gravidarum or chorea occurring in the first three months of pregnancy. It is most likely to affect women who had rheumatic fever or Sydenham's chorea in childhood.
Is there a cure for Huntington's Chorea?
no, there is not but every day we try to find the cure.BLAZEBONE's Answer; There is no known effective treatment but symptoms can be relieved with medications.
How dangerous are midlife crises?
If the symptoms are not handled calmly, it may be fatal.
How is it possible for huntington's chorea disease patients to be unaware of the disease and pass it onto next generation?
It is very possible. The onset of symptoms is usually later in life, after a person will have had children.
What does Huntington's Chorea mean?
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What other disease is Sydenham's chorea connected to?
Sydenham's chorea is a disorder that occurs in children and is associated with rheumatic fever.
