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Huntington's disease - definition

a genetic disorder that causes neurodegeneration of the basal ganglia. This results in loss of control over voluntary movement, causing involuntary jerking and writhing movements. Eventually the neurodegeneration leads to death.

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Know Your Brain: Huntington’s Disease

Watch this 2-Minute Neuroscience video to learn more about Huntington's disease.