Neurodegenerative Diseases

2025-03-20

In this episode of PodBites, Alae Aboussekhra and Lyan Tawfik break down neurodegenerative diseases, including Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, Huntington’s, and ALS. They explore abnormal protein aggregates, genetic mutations, and movement and cognitive dysfunction in these conditions. 💡 Key Highlights: ✔️ Parkinson’s & Huntington’s – How dopamine loss and CAG repeats disrupt movement. ✔️ Alzheimer’s Disease – The role of amyloid plaques and tau tangles in memory loss. ✔️ ALS – ...

In this episode of PodBites, Alae Aboussekhra and Lyan Tawfik break down neurodegenerative diseases, including Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, Huntington’s, and ALS. They explore abnormal protein aggregates, genetic mutations, and movement and cognitive dysfunction in these conditions.

💡 Key Highlights:
✔️ Parkinson’s & Huntington’s – How dopamine loss and CAG repeats disrupt movement.
✔️ Alzheimer’s Disease – The role of amyloid plaques and tau tangles in memory loss.
✔️ ALS – How motor neuron degeneration leads to paralysis.
✔️ Diagnosis & Treatment – Imaging, molecular markers, and drugs like L-DOPA & Riluzole.

Perfect for medical students & healthcare professionals, this episode is packed with high-yield neurology insights and mnemonics! 🎧 Tune in now! 🚀

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