The Human Phenotype Ontology (HPO) provides the following list of features that have been reported in people with this condition. Much of the information in the HPO comes from Orphanet, a European rare disease database. If available, the list includes a rough estimate of how common a feature is (its frequency). Frequencies are based on a specific study and may not be representative of all studies. You can use the MedlinePlus Medical Dictionary for definitions of the terms below.
| Signs and Symptoms | Approximate number of patients (when available) |
| Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis | - |
| Apathy | - |
| Autosomal dominant inheritance | - |
| Disinhibition | - |
| Frontal lobe dementia | - |
| Frontotemporal dementia | - |
| Heterogeneous | - |
| Hyperorality | - |
| Inappropriate laughter | - |
| Inappropriate sexual behavior | - |
| Irritability | - |
| Language impairment | - |
| Neuronal loss in central nervous system | - |
| Parkinsonism | - |
| Personality changes | - |
| Polyphagia | - |
| Primitive reflex | - |
Making a diagnosis for a genetic or rare disease can often be challenging. Healthcare professionals typically look at a person’s medical history, symptoms, physical exam, and laboratory test results in order to make a diagnosis. The following resources provide information relating to diagnosis and testing for this condition. If you have questions about getting a diagnosis, you should contact a healthcare professional.
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Research helps us better understand diseases and can lead to advances in diagnosis and treatment. This section provides resources to help you learn about medical research and ways to get involved.
Nonprofit support and advocacy groups bring together patients, families, medical professionals, and researchers. These groups often raise awareness, provide support, and develop patient-centered information. Many are the driving force behind research for better treatments and possible cures. They can direct people to research, resources, and services. Many groups also have experts who serve as medical advisors. Visit their website or contact them to learn about the services they offer. Inclusion on this list is not an endorsement by GARD.
Living with a genetic or rare disease can impact the daily lives of patients and families. These resources can help families navigate various aspects of living with a rare disease.
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NIH-Supported Studies Point to Potential New Target for Treating ALS and Frontotemporal Dementia
October 27, 2015
Third Genome Dynamics in the Neurosciences Conference Sunday, July 18, 2010 -
Thursday, July 22, 2010
Location: The Hilton Metropole,
Brighton,
England
Description: The goal of this meeting was to integrate basic processes of DNA damage signaling and repair and clinical aspects of neurological and neurodegenerative disease. The program was designed to bring together leading scientists with primary interests in DNA damage signaling with those working in specific related neurodegenerative disease areas as a means for integrating these fields. It was anticipated that this would generate insights into how normal processes of genome maintenance in the brain contribute to the prevention of a wide range of diseases.
Contact: Dr. Danilo A. Tagle, NINDS(301) 496-5745tagled@mninds.nih.gov
Co-funding Institute(s): National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, Office of Rare Diseases Research
The following diseases are related to Frontotemporal dementia. If you have a question about any of these diseases, you can contact GARD.
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