What is ridgeway's disease?

Answer 1

I thought Ridgeways Disease was a type of motor neuron disease, something like MS?

If diagnosed most patients has a life expectancy of 3 to 5 years, but maybe 5% of patients can live up to 10 years.

I could be wrong, because I looked up Ridgeways Disease when I saw an episode of Agatha Christie and a character had it or something. That was years ago though.

Answer 2

Ridgway's disease, also known as familial benign hypercalcemia (FBH), is a rare genetic disorder characterized by high levels of calcium in the blood. It is caused by mutations in the calcium-sensing receptor gene, which regulates calcium levels in the body. Symptoms may include fatigue, muscle weakness, kidney stones, and gastrointestinal issues. Treatment typically involves managing calcium levels through diet, medications, and monitoring.

Answer 3

Ridgway's disease, also known as hyperbilirubinemia type 1, is a hereditary condition that causes an excessive breakdown of red blood cells, leading to high levels of bilirubin in the blood. This can result in a yellowish discoloration of the skin and eyes called jaundice. Treatment may involve managing symptoms and addressing complications associated with high bilirubin levels.

Answer 4

It's a fictitious condition created by Agatha Christie for her Hercule Poirot mystery "The Hollows."