What are neurodegenerative diseases of the CNS like Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, multiple sclerosis (MS), and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)?
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The question appears to be discussing neurodegenerative diseases of the central nervous system (CNS), specifically mentioning Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, multiple sclerosis (MS), and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). It likely seeks information about these diseases or their characteristics.
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Chronic diseases damaging neurons: Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, MS, ALS.
Neurodegenerative diseases of the CNS such as Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, multiple sclerosis (MS), and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) are chronic conditions that progressively damage and destroy neurons in the brain, leading to permanent and incurable conditions.
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Neurodegenerative diseases of the CNS such as Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, multiple sclerosis (MS), and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) are chronic conditions that progressively damage and destroy neurons in the brain, leading to permanent and incurable conditions.
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These diseases are often characterized by progressive neuron damage, leading to deterioration in motor and cognitive functions.
Tips
A common mistake is not distinguishing between neurodegenerative diseases that affect motor neurons and those that impact cognitive functions.
Sources
- Neurodegenerative diseases: Cleveland Clinic - my.clevelandclinic.org
- Neurodegenerative Diseases - MedlinePlus - medlineplus.gov
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