My Experience of Freidriech's Ataxia

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... infections can be a problem. Because of poor muscle support, the spinal column may become abnormally curved. This condition is called scoliosis and is often the first sign of Friedreich s Ataxia. The most serious symptom of this disorder is cardiomyopathy. The muscles of the heart become gradually weakened causing irregularities in the heart rhythm. A person with ataxia should undergo a electrocardiogram (ECG) every year to monitor this...more

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My Experience of Freidriech's Ataxia: The dizzy disease (1102 words)
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*~~*What is Friedreich's Ataxia?*~~* The word "Ataxia" comes from the Greek word "ataxis" meaning "without order" or "incoordination". A person with ataxia is often mistaken for being drunk. Friedreichs Ataxia is the most common form of hereditary ataxia. This means that it is passed genetically from parents to children. About 1 in 100 people carry this gene without displaying any signs of Friedreich's Ataxia. The hereditary ataxias include a broad range of physical changes occurring within the nervous system, making classification difficult at times. As research discovers the basic underlying cause(s) ... Read the complete review

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