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Suggest Treatment For Shrinking Cerebellum That Has Affected Speech And Balance
Hi my sister has shrinkage of the cerebellum. She has been to numerous neurologists, had numerous test done for 5 years. No one knows the cause. It has affected her speech and balance. We live in New York. Can you recommend any thing to help her?Thank you
Wed, 12 Dec 2018
Hello,
Cerebellar degeneration or cerebellar shrinking refers to the deterioration of neurons in the cerebellum.
There is currently no cure for hereditary forms of cerebellar degeneration. In these cases, treatment is usually supportive and based on the signs and symptoms present in each person.
In acquired forms of cerebellar degeneration, some signs and symptoms may be reversible with treatment of the underlying cause.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Prabhash Verma, General & Family Physician
Cerebellar degeneration or cerebellar shrinking refers to the deterioration of neurons in the cerebellum.
There is currently no cure for hereditary forms of cerebellar degeneration. In these cases, treatment is usually supportive and based on the signs and symptoms present in each person.
In acquired forms of cerebellar degeneration, some signs and symptoms may be reversible with treatment of the underlying cause.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Prabhash Verma, General & Family Physician
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