Is there a cure for fatal familial insomnia?

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Biology

Carmen Tran

8 March, 09:43

Is there a cure for fatal familial insomnia?

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Kaylah Sandoval · Answer 1

No

Explanation:

There is ongoing research but currently no cure. Ease of symtoms is the only treatment provided.

Tex · Answer 2

There is currently no cure for fatal familial insomnia (FFI) or treatment that can slow the disease progression. The management goal is to ease symptoms and keep the person with FFI as comfortable as possible. However research is ongoing and a number of potential treatments are being developed.