Question

question 17 (mandatory) (2 points) listen the onset of this disease has a characteristic physical manifestation that usually arises in the 4th to 5th decades. the physical manifestations include a progressive intellectual deterioration, ceaseless involuntary choreiform movements, paranoid delusions, and personality changes. the symptoms of this genetically transmitted disease last about 10 years, and the cause of death is usually respiratory complications. huntingtons disease parkinsons disease amyotrophic lateral sclerosis general paresis of the insane

Explanation:

Huntington's disease is a genetically - transmitted disorder with onset typically in the 4th - 5th decades, characterized by progressive intellectual deterioration, involuntary choreiform movements, paranoid delusions, and personality changes. Symptoms last about 10 years and death is often due to respiratory complications. Parkinson's disease is mainly known for motor symptoms like tremors, rigidity, and bradykinesia. Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis affects motor neurons causing muscle weakness and atrophy. General Paresis of the Insane is related to neurosyphilis.

Answer:

A. Huntington's disease