Is PSP a disease of European origin?

[BrianM]

Just curious, but does this disease affect all races?

P.S. I do not want to start a race riot, but I am curious about the origins of this disease, so if you can answer with the parentage, that would be most helpful...

[PSPA_HelenP]

PSP and CBD can affect anyone regardless of race or gender, but it is unusual for diagnosis to be under the age of 40.

Understanding the cause of the disease is a critical step in the battle against PSP, as it may lead to the creation of tools for early diagnosis, preventative drug treatments, and eventually, a cure.

PSPA funds research into causes and treatments of PSP and we now know there are certain genes which can increase the risk of developing PSP.

You can have a look at the results of our latest research study here:

pspeur.org/news_and_events/...

[PSPA_JillL]

The association knows of people with PSP in Brazil, Africa, Australia,North America and Japan, so not just Europe