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- Friedreich's Ataxia: Tremors, Abnormal Speech Patterns, Paralysis and Difficulty in Walking or StandingAtaxia is a medical term that describes a person with coordination problems, particularly clumsiness or difficulty maintaining balance. Friedreich's ataxia is a rare disease which occurs when nerve fibers begin to degenerate in areas of the spinal cord.
- Ataxia & Multiple SclerosisAn article explaining how Ataxia affects people with Multiple Sclerosis, the different types of ataxia, the problems more frequently faced by folks with Ataxia & MS, how it can be treated and tips and exercises for ataxia.
- The Decision to Undergo Genetic Testing for AtaxiaTo test or not to test? When one is faced with an important decision such as whether or not to undergo genetic testing, it is not always clear which path should be taken.
- What is Ataxia and What Causes It?Although ataxia may be a rare disease, it is good to know about it in case you or someone in the family have the symptoms, you will know what may be causing them.
Potassium Bromide Ataxia vs. Brain Tumor Ataxia in DogsIs there a difference between the ataxia caused by potassium bromide, and the ataxia caused by a brain tumor in dogs?- A Patient's Guide to AtaxiaAs a person with Ataxia who is a member of several communities, I've answered these questions in various forms in various places. My intention here is to answer some of the more common questions and have the answers accessible in one spot.
- Information on Friedreich's Ataxia DisorderFreidereich's Ataxia Disorder is an inherited genetic disorder that causes damage to the nervous system. This damage can result in a number of symptoms.
Gluten Ataxia - Sporadic Ataxia With Gluten SensitivitySporadic ataxia does not have a genetic cause. Gluten ataxia may show no symptoms until adulthood and may be hard to diagnose. Find out more about gluten ataxia and if there is a treatment.- Post-Infectious AtaxiaAtaxia can be caused by a variety of events, such as other medical conditions or even infections. Learn about post-infectious ataxia and if it can it be treated. September 25th is Ataxia Awareness Day.
Friedreich's AtaxiaThis article will go into my own personal experiences from inside this disease called Friedreich's Ataxia.- Louis-Bar Syndrome & Ataxia Telangiectasia: Genetic Neurological ComplicationWhen diagnosed with the genetic neurological complication known as Louis-Bar syndrome, it is important to manage the symptoms involving degenerative changes in mobility and function.
- Pediatric Ataxia & the Inner Ear InfectionOffering an overview of the risk for developing ataxia in a child who is untreated for inner ear infection or even chicken pox.
- Symptoms of Friedreich's AtaxiaFriedreich's Ataxia is a rare, inherited disease that causes progressive damage to the nervous system.
- Symptoms and Treatment of AtaxiaAtaxia is a genetic affliction that is easily inherited and causes symptoms related to movement.
- Joubert Syndrome: An Information GuideJoubert syndrome is a genetic disease that affects one of the most important parts of the brain.
- The Dorsal Stream as the "How" PathwayA discussion on research behind the dorsal stream and it's function in visual processing, and how it got the nickname the "how" pathway.
