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Marburg variant

The Marburg variant refers to a specific form of behavioral and psychological symptoms associated with Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD), a rare and fatal brain disorder caused by abnormal proteins called prions. While CJD typically leads to rapid cognitive decline and neurological issues, the Marburg variant involves distinctive character changes, psychiatric symptoms, and motor impairments. Recognizing this variant helps doctors understand the disease's progression and symptoms better. However, it is essential to note that the Marburg variant is still a rare and serious condition related to prion diseases, which currently have no cure.