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Symptoms
Additional symptoms that may be associated with this disease: Anxiety, stress, and tension; Difficulty swallowing; Spee...
Causes
American doctor George Huntington first described the disorder in 1872. Huntington's disease is caused by a genetic def...
Tests
The doctor will perform a physical exam. The doctor may see signs of dementia and abnormal movements. Reflexes may be a...
Treatments
There is no cure for Huntington's disease, and there is no known way to stop the disease from getting worse. The goal o...
Complications
Loss of ability to care for self; Loss of ability to interact; Injury to self or others; Increased risk of infection; D...
Prevention
Genetic counseling is advised if there is a family history of Huntington's disease. Experts also recommend genetic coun...
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