Which of the Following Makes Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy Difficult to Detect

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following makes chronic traumatic encephalopathy difficult to detect:

• A)It cannot easily be distinguished from Alzheimer's in its histological pathology
• B)The number of concussions is not recorded in most sports
• C)Its behavioral manifestations often mimic dementia
• D)It can only be diagnosed postmortem

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Definitions:

Kallmann's Syndrome

A genetic condition characterized by the failure to start or fully complete puberty, coupled with an impaired sense of smell.

Fertile Eunuch Syndrome

A rare endocrine condition characterized by low levels of testosterone, preserved spermatogenesis, and reduced secondary sexual characteristics in males.

Lorain-Levi Short Stature

Also known as Laron Syndrome, it is a rare genetic disorder characterized by resistance to growth hormone, resulting in short stature.

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain below the thalamus that coordinates both the autonomic nervous system and the activity of the pituitary, controlling body temperature, thirst, hunger, and other homeostatic systems.