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What organism causes CJD?

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Updated: 8/17/2019

A Prion

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What pathogen causes CJD?

Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) is caused by abnormal prion proteins that affect the brain's structure and function. It is not caused by a traditional pathogen like a virus or bacteria.


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What types of CJD are there?

Cases of CJD have been grouped into three types: familial, iatrogenic, and sporadic.


What is familial CJD?

Familial Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) is a rare genetic form of prion disease that causes rapid mental and physical deterioration. It is characterized by progressive dementia, muscle stiffness, and coordination problems. Familial CJD is caused by a mutation in the PRNP gene, which leads to the misfolding of prion proteins in the brain.


What causes CJD?

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.


How do you know if you have cjd?

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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.


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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.