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It is clear that Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease is caused by an infectious agent, but it is not yet clear what type of agent that is.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 13y agoPrions--infectious protein particles.
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What organism causes CJD?
A Prion
What pathogen causes CJD?
A prion.
When was CJD Christophorusschule Königswinter created?
CJD Christophorusschule Königswinter was created in 1992.
What is CJD Christophorusschule Königswinter's motto?
The motto of CJD Christophorusschule Königswinter is 'Let nobody be lost!'.
What types of CJD are there?
Cases of CJD have been grouped into three types: familial, iatrogenic, and sporadic.
How do you know if you have cjd?
My grandpa had cjd. You start losing your memory, and then you are put on bed rest. You can't move, talk, or open your eyes. He died in 2 months. So stfu , and never put the words cjd in your mouth.
What makes Ghana successful?
cjd
What is latrogenic CJD?
Iatrogenic CJD occurs when a person is infected during a medical procedure, such as organ donation, blood transfusion, or brain surgery.
What is the difference between vCJD and CJD?
v
How is CJD cured?
As of 2004, no treatment has been shown to be effective against CJD. Treatments are available to alleviate some symptoms, such as morphine for muscle pain , and clonazepam (Rivotril) or sodium valproate (Epilim) for jerky movements.
What is the full form of CJD?
Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease
What happens to the body with CJD?
The most obvious pathologic feature of CJD is the formation of numerous fluid-filled spaces in the brain (vacuoles) resulting in a sponge-like appearance.
