ATAXIA-AUTOSOMAL RECESSIVE

SUMMARY

1. Friedreich’s Ataxia: present with progressive ataxia, areflexia of the lower limbs, impaired vibration/position sense.

2. Ataxia-Telangiectasia: ataxia starting in early childhood & oculocutaneous telangiectasia.

3. Early-Onset Cerebellar Ataxia with Retained Tendon Reflexes: presents with progressive ataxia of gait, stance, and limb movements, dysarthria and oculomotor disorders, with half having impaired vibration or position sense.

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