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… On this page What is Huntington's disease? Huntington's disease (HD) is an inherited disorder … pass it on to their children or other future generations. How is Huntington's disease diagnosed and treated? Diagnosing …
Program DescriptionThe mission of the NINDS Division of Clinical Research is to provide oversight for clinical trials to test the safety and efficacy of innovative treatments of neurological disorders and stroke, epidemiological…
… (being agitated, confused, or disoriented). To rule out disorders with similar symptoms and diagnose RS, doctors may … that may explain personality changes and disorientation A spinal tap to test cerebrospinal fluid to diagnose swelling or an infection of the brain and spinal cord A screening test that can show if a person has a fatty …
… What is muscular dystrophy? Muscular dystrophy (MD) refers to a group of genetic diseases that cause progressive … Identify any patterns of muscle weakness and atrophy Test reflex responses and coordination Look for contractions Various laboratory tests may be used to confirm the diagnosis of MD, including: Blood and …
… research network for ultra-rare diseases, defined as a disease that affects one per 50,000 people. This network … between diagnosis and treatment. As we advance in our rare disease research efforts, NINDS will celebrate Rare Disease Day at NIH on Friday, February 28, 2020. This event, …
… we reach an important milestone in dementia research – the 10 th anniversary of the National Plan to Address Alzheimer’s … of these diseases on the nation. The National Plan’s 10 th anniversary is an opportune time to assess future …
… Contact jw346z@nih.gov +1 301 496 7449 James Washington is a team leader in the Grants Management Branch. Before coming … Veterans Administration Medical Center in Tuskegee, AL. He is the founding president of the Louisiana Therapeutic …
… While HIV primarily affects the immune system, it can lead to a wide range of severe neurological disorders, particularly … and coordination. When left untreated, ADC can be fatal. A neurologist can evaluate and manage ADC. Neuropsychologists …
… spleen, heart, and bone marrow. One type of lipid storage disease, Niemann-Pick disease Type C, happens in people who cannot properly break … of other lipids in the brain. People with Niemann-Pick disease Type C1 have a defect that prevents cholesterol from …
… for neurological disorders. This example illustrates how funding through a cooperative agreement program enabled … finger and an app to continuously measure Parkinson’s symptoms such as tremor, bradykinesia (slowed movements), and … the path from scientific discovery to real-world impact. Explore how translational research success stories …