What procedures and tests diagnose Friedreich’s ataxia syndrome?
The conclusive diagnosis can be made by genetic testing for the FXN gene mutation. An electromyogram (EMG), which measures the
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The conclusive diagnosis can be made by genetic testing for the FXN gene mutation. An electromyogram (EMG), which measures the
Research on Friedreich’s ataxia syndrome focuses on a variety of topics, including the precise reason for the FXN gene mutation,
The majority of patients start using a wheelchair within 10 to 20 years of the onset of their first symptoms. Those
Your doctor will examine your medical history and do a checkup to determine whether you have Friedreich’s ataxia. To diagnose
Ataxia is usually caused by damage to a part of the brain controlling muscle movement, called the “cerebellum”. It can
Symptoms can develop suddenly or come on progressively over time. The type and onset of symptoms varies with the type
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Ataxia means “the loss of full control of bodily movements”. Ataxia is the term for a group of rare conditions
The first symptom of Friedreich ataxia is usually unsteadiness. Parents may notice that their child falls over or appears to
International Ataxia Awareness Day (IAAD) is on September 25 of each year. It is a coordinated effort from individuals and