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[Diagnostic problems in juvenile Huntington chorea]
Der Nervenarzt
|August 1, 1997
Summary
Huntington's disease (HD) can present with psychiatric symptoms, leading to misdiagnosis. This case highlights the importance of considering subtle motor signs and family history for early HD diagnosis.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Genetics
- Psychiatry
Background:
- Huntington's disease (HD) diagnosis is challenging due to variable early symptoms.
- Psychiatric manifestations can precede motor symptoms, complicating diagnosis.
- Early-onset HD often exhibits familial anticipation, with earlier age of onset in successive generations.