
Huntington's disease, an inherited neurodegenerative disorder, causes progressive motor, cognitive, and psychiatric symptoms in a 51-year-old woman, requiring comprehensive clinical evaluation and genetic testing for diagnosis and management.


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Dr Karen E. Anderson provides a brief guide to the diagnosis, evaluation, and management of Huntington disease.

Progressive Motor, Cognitive Decline in 51-Year-Old Woman

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Genetic Disorder Causing Progressive Motor and Cognitive Decline in Middle-Aged Woman


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Huntington's disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by motor, cognitive, and psychiatric symptoms, caused by a genetic mutation affecting the HTT gene. Early diagnosis through genetic testing, multidisciplinary care, and emerging therapies are crucial for managing symptoms and improving quality of life for patients and their families.


These five things to know about diagnosis, quality of life, and management in Huntington disease are crucial for effective care of patients with this devastating neurodegenerative condition.

Huntington Disease: 5 Things to Know

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Comprehensive Overview of Huntington's Disease: Diagnosis, Progression, Challenges, and Management
