Tag: Degenerative Diseases

Degenerative diseases are conditions that involve the progressive deterioration of structures or functions of tissues or cells in the body. These diseases can affect various organs or systems and tend to progress over time, significantly affecting quality of life.

The pathologies that we cover in this category include, among others:

Alzheimer's: This neurodegenerative disease affects memory and cognition, caused by the degeneration of brain cells, being the main source of dementia in the elderly.

Parkinson's: It is characterized by movement problems, such as tremors and rigidity, and affects cognition and emotions, which complicates its diagnosis and treatment.

Multiple Sclerosis: It affects the brain and spinal cord, disrupting the transmission of nerve signals, with symptoms including fatigue, vision problems and coordination difficulties.

Huntington's disease: A genetic disorder that causes brain degeneration, altering movement, cognition and emotions, severely impacting daily life.

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