Enlargement of the heart also can lead to arrhythmia — a heartbeat that’s too fast or slow and doesn’t adjust

Heart failure is a leading cause of death in F A. Cardiac abnormalities occur in about 75 percent of people

About 10 percent of people with FA have diabetes, and another 20 percent have a form of “pre-diabetes” called glucose

Certain skeletal abnormalities are common in FA. Many people experience inversion (inward turning) of the feet, and a little over

Sensory impairment in FA includes Loss of tactile (touch) sensation, which is a cardinal symptom of FA but is often

Usually, ataxia first affects the legs and torso, causing frequent tripping, poor performance in sports, or just an unsteady walk.

I know that I’m rare, and I’m uniquely qualified to handle this life. I have my “four F’s”:Feelings: I know

Since I don’t think life with FA can be captured in one word, I don’t think the opposite can be,

When you live under the banner of a degenerative disease such as Friedreich’s ataxia (FA), you become well acquainted with

I often write about how important it is to have a strong village supporting you in life — not only