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health2 years ago

Childhood Dementia: Rare Disease Diagnosed in 8-Year-Old

Eight-year-old Abby Alvey has been diagnosed with Niemann-Pick Disease (NPD), a rare condition that causes childhood dementia. Abby's father describes the devastating effects of the disease, including the loss of motor skills and speech. Despite the prognosis, Abby's family is focused on finding normalcy and maximizing her life experiences. They have created a character called "Abby Strong" to help her understand and fight her condition. The family hopes to take Abby on a trip to Disney World, allowing her to live her life to the fullest and not give up.

via WKRC TV Cincinnati|
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health2 years ago

Childhood Dementia Diagnosis: 8-Year-Old Faces Unprecedented Challenge

Eight-year-old Abby Alvey has been diagnosed with Niemann-Pick Disease, a rare condition that causes childhood dementia. The disease leads to a progressive loss of motor skills, speech, and cognitive abilities. There is currently no cure for the disease, and most children with Niemann-Pick Disease die from infection or neurological decline. Abby's family is focused on maximizing her life experiences and creating a sense of normalcy. They have even created a character called "Abby Strong" to help her understand the fight she's facing. The family hopes to take Abby to Disney World to give her the chance to live life to the fullest.

via WRAL News|
#childhood-dementia#health#niemann-pick-disease
health2 years ago

Childhood Dementia Takes Toll on Siblings' Lives.

Renee Staska, a mother from Australia, revealed that all three of her young children have been diagnosed with childhood dementia caused by Niemann-Pick disease type C1, a rare genetic mutation. The disease has no known cure, and most children die in their teenage years. Staska's children, Hudson, Holly, and Austin, are not expected to survive until adulthood. The symptoms of the disease include an enlarged liver and spleen, difficulty coordinating movement, and difficulty with speech and swallowing.

via New York Post |
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