Rarely, a person may become delusional or unrealistically paranoid. All of these signs add to the concerns of the person living at risk of HD because on an off day all of us experience such things. It is quite usual for healthy people to be somewhat clumsy or a bit fidgety when anxious or under stress, or to twitch or jerk when dropping off to sleep. From time to time, all of us are depressed, apathetic, irritable, or impulsive. Anyone, who becomes concerned about change in his or her physical, cognitive or emotional behavior should consult a doctor familiar with the detection and treatment of Huntington s and related neurological disorders.
Death usually occurs fifteen to twenty years after onset of the disease.
The person dies, not from the disease itself, but from complications such as pneumonia, heart failure, or infection developing from the weakened condition of the body. Whether you are coming into this for the first time or already know about Huntington s Disease we want you to feel welcome. It is our desire that you will find support, information, resources, as well as a safe place to ask questions and find assistance.