Friedreich's Ataxia
Alternate Names : Spinocerebellar Degeneration
Definition Friedreich's ataxia is an inherited form of progressive dysfunction of the cerebellum (the part of the brain responsible for movement and complex behavior), spinal cord, and peripheral nerves.
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• Chest X-Ray
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• Autosomal Recessive
• Burns
• Dizziness
• Eye Movements - Uncontrollable
• Movement - Uncoordinated
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• Numbness and Tingling
• Peripheral
• Speech Impairment (Adult)
• Walking/Gait Abnormalities
• Weakness
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