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Three friends have just told you they were recently diagnosed with genetic disorders. One has PKU, one has Tay-Sachs disease, and the other has Huntington's disease. None of them knows anything about these disorders. Please explain to each how they got the disease and their general prognosis (i.e., how will the disorder affect them in the future?).


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Atherosclerosis

A condition characterized by the hardening and narrowing of the arteries due to the build-up of plaque, which can lead to cardiovascular diseases.

Plaques

Accumulation of substances such as fats, cholesterol, and other materials on the arterial walls, often leading to cardiovascular diseases.

Type A Behavior Pattern

A personality style characterized by high levels of competitiveness, self-imposed stress, and a constant sense of urgency.

Coronary Heart Disease

A condition characterized by reduced blood flow to the heart muscle due to the build-up of plaque in the arteries of the heart, which can lead to heart attacks.

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