The first symptom of Friedreich ataxia is usually unsteadiness. Parents may notice that their child falls over or appears to be clumsier than other children of the same age. They may also notice curvature of the spine (scoliosis), changes in sensation of the limbs or high arches in the feet. Investigations of heart function may reveal thickening of the heart wall in people with Friedreich ataxia.
Voices of Friedreich's Ataxia (FA)
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