Huntington Chorea Causes & Risks

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Causes

HD is caused by a faulty gene on chromosome #4. All people who inherit the faulty gene may eventually develop HD.

Risk Factors

These factors increase your chance of developing HD. Tell your doctor if you have any of these risk factors:

  • Family members with HD: Each person whose parent has HD has a 50% chance of inheriting the disorder.
  • Age: Onset of symptoms on average range 35-50 years old, though a subset of juvenile cases occurs in people less than 20 years of age.

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