What is ctespn?

CTE SPN refers to chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), which is a neurodegenerative disease linked to repeated head injuries, specifically in contact sports, military service, or other activities that can lead to concussions or sub-concussive impacts. Symptoms can include cognitive decline, memory problems, mood disorders, and behavioral changes. The condition is associated with the buildup of tau protein in the brain, similar to other neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's.

While the exact risk factors and incidence rates are still being studied, CTE has gained significant attention in recent years, particularly in relation to professional athletes in sports like American football, boxing, and soccer. Past players diagnosed with CTE have sometimes shown symptoms such as emotional instability, aggression, and depression.

Diagnosis of CTE is currently only possible postmortem, as it requires examining brain tissue for specific pathological features. Research is ongoing to better understand CTE and develop tools for diagnosis and treatment during a person's lifetime.

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