Huntington's Disease
By Roshan Nunna
What is Huntington's Disease?
Image: MRI Scan of a brain with Huntington's Disease and a brain without Huntington's Disease
What are the symptoms?
How to get tested
MRI Scan
SPECT Scan
CT Scan
Frequently Asked Questions
A: Yes, it does, although how much it affects it depends on the person.
Q: Is there a cure?
A: Unfortunately, there is currently no cure. However, there are medications which can help manage the symptoms of Huntington's Disease such as Tetrabenazine (which helps stop the sudden movements), antipsychotics (which help stop the hallucinations), and antidepressants (which help manage depression).
Q: How do you inherit the disease?
A: The disease is a sex-linked trait. If a parent has Huntington's Disease, they have a 50% chance of passing it on to their children.
Q: When are symptoms recognized?
A: Symptoms usually start between the ages of 30-50, and get worse over time.
Image: Words describing Huntington's Disease.
Support Group (HDSA)
Huntington's Disease Society of America logo.