The medical term for CBD disease, as described in the reference, is corticobasal degeneration (CBD).
Corticobasal degeneration is a rare, progressive neurological disorder. It is characterized by the gradual loss and deterioration of nerve cells in specific areas of the brain. These affected areas control movement and thinking.
Characteristics of Corticobasal Degeneration:
- Movement Disorders: Individuals with CBD often experience movement problems initially in one limb (arm or leg). These problems can then spread to affect both sides of the body.
- Progressive Nature: The disease worsens over time, leading to increasing disability.
- Brain Deterioration: CBD involves the degeneration of the cerebral cortex (outer layer of the brain) and the basal ganglia (structures deep within the brain involved in movement control).
Symptoms of CBD:
Symptoms can vary but often include:
- Stiffness and rigidity in limbs
- Difficulty with movement and coordination
- Muscle spasms
- Apraxia (difficulty performing purposeful movements)
- Cognitive decline
It is important to note that Corticobasal Degeneration (CBD) should not be confused with cannabidiol (also CBD), which is a compound found in cannabis plants. They are entirely unrelated.
