Ataxia is a condition in which nerve degeneration impairs movement coordination. Unusual gait, difficulties with regular activities like reading and eating, and the existence of cardiac problems are some of the characteristic signs and manifestations. Patients with persistent ataxia may require additional assistance to move. An understanding of the etiology facilitates the treatment.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. You have a chronic myopathic problem along with some episodes of ataxia and cardiac problems.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help you. This can be ataxia. However, we cannot confirm or rule it out.
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Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the images which you have sent (attachment removed to protect patient identity).
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Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Shaking head means titubation, which is a feature of cerebellar dysfunction. You should get checked for other cerebellar features like ataxia, dysmetria, nystagmus, etc.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. After seeing the video (attachment removed to protect patient identity), it appears that she walks with anataxic gait.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Positive Romberg test suggests apossibility of sensory ataxia and associated with tingling in legs. It can be due to peripheral nerves or spinal cord (posterior column).
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