Friedich ataxia

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cerebellar ataxia

  • In cerebellar ataxia: Causes of cerebellar ataxia

    …forms of cerebellar ataxia is Friedich ataxia, which is caused by mutations in a gene known as FXN. Acquired cerebellar ataxia can result from damage to the cerebellum itself or from damage to pathways to and from the cerebellum. Acquired damage typically is caused by stroke, certain diseases, or a…

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