Signs Of Leigh's Disease

Leigh's disease is a rare neurological condition usually seen in infants, although it can occasionally show up in older children or adults. It is a progressive disease, meaning it gets worse as time goes on. It is usually fatal a few years after symptoms first appear. The characteristic features of Leigh's disease are cognitive and motor decline. It can be diagnosed through MRIs, which show brain lesions, and genetic testing. A recessive genetic mutation causes Leigh's disease.