Treatment of Huntington's Disease with Anxiety

Anxiety — the uncomfortable feeling of nervousness or worry about something happening or that might happen — occurs commonly in Huntington's disease. Managing it effectively is a recognised part of HD care.

Clinical Scenario

Anxiety, defined as the uncomfortable feeling of nervousness or worry about something that is happening or might happen in the future, is common in HD. Its presence warrants structured clinical attention within the overall management of the disease.

Treatment Approach

When other treatments for anxiety in Huntington's disease fall short, neuroleptics represent a valuable therapeutic alternative. The full protocol outlines the specific indications, clinical criteria, and sequencing for this approach.

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References

Anxiety as defined by the uncomfortable feeling of nervousness or worry about something that is happening or might happen in the future, is common in HD.

Neuroleptics (Grade C) are valuable therapeutic alternatives in the treatment of anxiety when other treatments fail.

DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2019.00710

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