Loss of coordination often occurs due to malfunctioning of the structure situated at the back of the brain known as the cerebellum. This part of the brain is responsible for controlling voluntary movements and maintaining the balance of the body. Common causes leading to loss of coordination include alcohol abuse, hypothyroidism, vitamin E deficiency, drug side effects, brain tumors, etc.
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Does hydrocephalus always require surgery?
Query: Hi doctor, This is regarding my mother, and she is 84 years old. She was diagnosed with Hydrocephalus. We have been advised to get surgery done to fix a ventricular catheter into the cerebral ventricles to bypass the flow obstruction or malfunctioning arachnoid granulations and drain the excess flu... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for your request. Yes, from the attached report (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity), there appears to be hydrocephalus and dilated ventricles. There are additional age-related changes. There is also an old infarct in the left occipital r... Read Full »