2011 Group Project 4
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Huntington's Disease
Introduction
History
Pathogenesis and Genetics
Diagnostic Tests
Clinical Manifestations
Treatment
There is no cure for Huntington's disease. Similar to AIDS, only the symptoms can be treated to slow down the progression of the disease.
Medications
- Movement disorders
- Psychiatric disorders
Therapies
- Psychotherapy
- Speech Therapy
- Physical Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
Breakthroughs
Quite recently, there are a couple of breakthroughs for the treatment of Huntington's.
- Five siRNAs targeting three SNPs may provide therapy for three-quarters of Huntington's disease patients. [1]
- Using adult neurotrophic factor-secreting stem cells. [2]
Current/Future Research
Glossary
References
2011 Projects: Turner Syndrome | DiGeorge Syndrome | Klinefelter's Syndrome | Huntington's Disease | Fragile X Syndrome | Tetralogy of Fallot | Angelman Syndrome | Friedreich's Ataxia | Williams-Beuren Syndrome | Duchenne Muscular Dystrolphy | Cleft Palate and Lip