Tom has Huntington's disease. You would expect him to begin to show signs of nervous system deterioration
A) at birth.
B) during childhood.
C) during adolescence.
D) during middle adulthood.

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Huntington's disease is a genetic disorder that typically manifests in middle adulthood (between ages 30-50) with symptoms including involuntary movements, emotional disturbances, and cognitive decline. It is caused by a mutation in the huntingtin gene, leading to the degeneration of specific neurons in the brain. While the disease is present from birth, symptoms may not appear until later in life.

Tom Has Huntington's Disease