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Medical Terminology for Health Professions, Spiral bound Version (MindTap Course List)

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Author:Ann Ehrlich, Carol L. Schroeder, Laura Ehrlich, Katrina A. Schroeder

Publisher:Ann Ehrlich, Carol L. Schroeder, Laura Ehrlich, Katrina A. Schroeder

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Which of the following is NOT a
symptom of Wilson’s disease? A. Problems with speech, swallowing or physical coordination
B. Uncontrolled movements or muscle
stiffness
C. Fluid build-up in the legs or abdomen
D. Night blindness

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Wilson's disease is an autosomal recessive disorder which is caused due to an inherited defect in the ATP7B gene. Wilson's disease is characterised by high level of copper deposition in liver, brain, kidneys and other other vital organs which may lead to several abnormalities in our body.

The disorder was first discovered by the family physician Dr. E. Denis Wilson in 1990.

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