It belongs to a group of human and animal diseases known as prion disorders Cjd is caused by a harmful prion, which is a type of misshapen protein particle that gives rise to other harmful prions, leading to nerve cell loss and brain damage. [4][1] early symptoms include memory problems, behavioral changes, poor coordination, visual disturbances and auditory disturbances
Infection usually leads to death within one year of symptom onset. It is caused by prions, infectious, misshapen versions of normal proteins, which build up in the brain, damaging brain cells. It’s usually fatal within a year.
Healthy proteins have a healthy shape, which allows them to function normally.
