Huntington's Disease (Noun)
Meaning
Hereditary disease; develops in adulthood and ends in dementia.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- Huntington's disease is a hereditary disorder that causes the progressive breakdown of nerve cells in the brain, leading to dementia and movement disorders.
- Research has shown that Huntington's disease is caused by a mutation in a specific gene, which is inherited in an autosomal dominant pattern.
- The symptoms of Huntington's disease typically appear in mid-life, around age 30-50, and worsen over time, eventually leading to loss of motor and cognitive functions.
- Genetic testing can identify individuals who are at risk of developing Huntington's disease, but there is currently no cure or treatment to prevent the progression of the disease.
- Huntington's disease is characterized by a range of symptoms, including chorea, cognitive decline, and psychiatric problems, which ultimately lead to complete loss of independence and premature death.