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huntington disease Overview

Huntington disease, or HD, is a genetic neurodegenerative disorder

What does this mean?

genetic

means it runs in families

neuro

has to do with cells in the nervous system, specifically in the brain

degenerative

tells us that it gradually worsens over time

disorder

another word for disease

HD is often described as having elements of Parkinson's disease, ALS, Alzheimer's disease, and schizophrenia, all at the same time.

Here’s a factsheet with more information – it’s also a useful resource to share with others to help explain Huntington disease:
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Click below to learn more about HD

Symptoms

Causes

Diagnosis

Types of HD

Progression