1. Wilson's disease
  2. Parkinson's disease
  3. sjogren disease
  4. Hemochromatosis
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Option 1 : Wilson's disease

Concept:

  • Accumulation of much copper in the major vital organs - wilson's disease
  • It is a rare inherited disease most commonly seen 12-23 years
  • Mutations in the ATP7B gene causes this disease
  • Symptoms include swelling, fatigue, abdominal pain, uncoordinated body movements

Explanation:

  • Treatment includes heavy metal toxicity medications and dietary supplements
  • Liver transplant is the final mode of treatment for wilson's disease
  • 40 years is the life span of a person with wilson's disease

  • Parkinson disease -> Degenerative disorder where the patient will have slow movement, stiffness and loss of gait
  • sjogren disease -> It is a immune disease characterized by dry mouth and eyes
  • Hemochromatosis -> Presence of excessive iron in the blood
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