Hallervorden-Spatz disease

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hallervorden-spatz disease - Definition: (Source: MedicineNet)

Hallervorden-Spatz disease: A genetic disorder in which there is progressive neurologic degeneration with the accumulation of iron in the brain. The gene for the disease is on chromosome 20 in region 20p13-p12.3. ...
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Causes of hallervorden-spatz disease (Source: MedLinePlus)

Hallervorden-Spatz usually begins in childhood. Most cases of Hallervorden-Spatz are due to a defect in a gene that makes a protein called pantothenate kinase 2. Patients with this genetic defect have a buildup of iron in parts of the brain. ... [ read more.. ]

Symptoms of hallervorden-spatz disease (Source: MedLinePlus)

Dementia ; Involuntary muscle contractions ( dystonia ); Movement problems; Muscle rigidity ; Seizures ; Spasticity ; Tremor ; Vision changes; Weakness; Writhing movements. ... [ read more.. ]

hallervorden-spatz disease - Conventional Treatments (Source: MedLinePlus)

The goal of treatment is to control the symptoms. Although there is no specific treatment for Hallervorden-Spatz disease, taking certain vitamins (including pantothenate, Coenzyme Q10, and other antioxidants) may help. ... [ read more.. ]

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