Overview Of Spinocerebellar Ataxia Symptoms

Spinocerebellar ataxia is a genetic disease. The most common type is SCA3. The gene mutations that cause it are passed from parent to child. Thankfully, many individuals with these do not show symptoms, though they can appear at any point. Of course, the signs vary between types. In most cases, they affect physical movement, learning, and vision.

A spinocerebellar ataxia cure does not exist. However, patients have hope! There are many options for spinocerebellar ataxia treatment available to patients. Physical therapy for SCA is quite common. Many patients also use assistive devices for spinocerebellar ataxia! Of course, the treatments vary based on the patient's symptoms. Patients must first understand their symptoms and then review the best SCA treatments for their needs with a doctor.

Balance And Coordination Problems

The first signs of this condition are often balance and coordination problems. They are hallmark symptoms! The specific type that a patient has does not matter. Many patients are clumsy. They typically struggle to walk naturally! Turns are especially challenging. The reason is that this condition affects the cerebellum. This is the part of the brain that controls movement!

Balance and coordination problems happen for several reasons, varying based on the patient's specific condition. The specific type also impacts the severity of this symptom. In most cases, it is due to the cerebellum's deterioration. However, there are also secondary causes! One example is episodic vertigo. This condition results in balance issues or dizzy episodes. These episodes last from minutes to hours!

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