Neurology Flashcards by Aimee Mehta

Q

what inheritance pattern is Huntingtons disease

A

autosomal dominant

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typical age of onset for Huntingtons disease

A

30-50

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initial symptom of Huntingtons disease

A

behavioral changes

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progression of Huntingtons disease symptoms

A

Initial: behavioral –> chorea –> dementia

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CT scan of typical Huntingtons disease

A

cerebral & caudate atrophy

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management of Huntingtons disease

A

no cure

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how to manage Huntingtons disease chorea symtpom

A

antidopaminergics
typical/atypical antipsychotics
Tetrabenzine
benzos may help chorea and sleep

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