There is really only one risk of developing Huntington's Disease- that one of your parents had it. It is a genetically transmitted disease- you inherit it. There is no way to catch HD, or behaviors that make you more likely to get it.
Yes, cells and genetics are related. Genetics is the study of genes and heredity, which are the instructions that control cell function and development. Cells contain DNA, which is the genetic material that dictates an organism's traits and characteristics.
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No, there is currently no cure for Huntingtons, but a neurologist is able to prescribe medication to patients with Huntingtons to help the suppress the symptoms. Researchers are currently looking into stem cell research for a cure.
DNA testing is one of the tools doctors have for diagnosing Huntington's Disease. Additional test available include tests of the patient's hearing, eye movements and control, strength, reflexes, and balance. Also a computed tomography (CT) scan may be recommended. This particular test produces a computer-generated picture of the interior of the brain.
A score of 41 on the Unified Huntington's Disease Rating Scale (UHDRS) indicates significant impairment and suggests that you are in an advanced stage of Huntington's disease. This may involve challenges with motor control, cognitive function, and daily activities. It's essential to work closely with healthcare professionals to manage symptoms and maintain quality of life. Support from family, caregivers, and support groups can also be crucial during this time.
Genetics..out of your control.
In Huntington's disease, the progressive loss of neurons in the caudate nucleus and putamen, which are parts of the basal ganglia, leads to motor, cognitive, and psychiatric symptoms. This degeneration is primarily due to a genetic mutation in the HTT gene, resulting in the production of toxic huntingtin protein. The loss of these neurons disrupts normal movement control and contributes to the characteristic chorea and other motor dysfunctions associated with the disease. Ultimately, this neuronal loss significantly impacts the overall functioning of the basal ganglia circuitry.
Huntington's disease phenotype is characterized by a progressive decline in motor control, cognitive function, and psychiatric health due to the degeneration of neurons in specific brain regions. Clinically, it manifests as chorea (involuntary movements), dystonia, and cognitive decline, often accompanied by mood disorders such as depression and anxiety. Symptoms typically begin in mid-adulthood and worsen over time, leading to significant disability and ultimately impacting life expectancy. Genetic testing can confirm the presence of mutations in the HTT gene, which are responsible for the disease.
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prevention is stop disease from happening and control is stop somehing that already happen
There are some causes of cancer that you have no control over, such as genetics. There are causes which you can control such as smoking, drinking, and diet.
integrated disease managementEffective control of a particular disastrous disease, or all the common diseases of a plant can be achieved by using all relevant, appropriate methods of disease control. Such an approach of disease control is called ''integrated disease management.