Which of the following are the correct differences between Parkinson's disease and Huntington's disease?

(A) Parkinson's disease is a disorder of middle and old age while Huntington's disease is a disorder of young.

(B) Parkinson's disease is a movement disorder while Huntington's disease is an emotional disorder.

(C) Unlike Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease has a strong genetic base.

(D) Parkinson's disease is not associated with severe dementia while Huntington's disease is.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:-

1. A(A) and (B) only
2. B(C) and (D) only
3. C(A) , (C) and (D) only
4. D(B), (C) and (D) only

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Correct answer: C. (A) , (C) and (D) only

Explanation

Parkinson's typically begins in later life and Huntington's earlier (30s–40s); Huntington's is an autosomal dominant genetic disorder with marked dementia. Both are movement disorders, so B is wrong.