INFORMATION ON CEREBELLAR DEGENERATION

Cerebellar degeneration is a process of neurons in the cerebellum deteriorates and dies. Diseases that are responsible for cause of cerebella degeneration involve areas of the brain that connect the cerebellum to the spinal cord, such as the medulla oblongata, the cerebral cortex, and the brain stem. Cerebellar degeneration is most often the result of inherited genetic mutations that alter the normal production of specific proteins that are necessary for the survival of neurons.

SYNONYMS OF CEREBELLAR DEGENERATION

Synonyms of Cerebellar degeneration are:

1. Beast cancer.
2. Ovarian cancer.
3. Uterine cancer.
4. Lung cancer.
5. Malignancy.
6. Paraneoplastic cerebellar degeneration.

CAUSES OF CEREBELLAR DEGENERATION

Causes of Cerebellar degeneration are uncommon but it is caused by inherited and there are certain conditions that can cause Cerebellar degeneration such as stroke, multiple sclerosis, tumors, alcoholism, peripheral neuropathy, metabolic disorders, and vitamin deficiencies.Cerebellar degeneration often occurs when parts of the nervous system that control movement are damaged.

SYMPTOMS OF CEREBELLAR DEGENERATION

Some of main symptoms are:

1. Wide-legged.
2. Unsteady.
3. Lurching walk.
4. Forth tremor in the trunk of the body.
5. Slow, unsteady and jerky movement of the arms or legs.
6. Slowed and slurred speech.
7. Nystagmus rapid, small movements of the eyes.

DIGNOSIS OF CEREBELLAR DEGENERATION

Test under diagnosis are:

1. Gait.
2. Blood test.
3. Neurological examination.
4. Glucose and amino acids test.
5. Urine test.
6. Genetic test.
7. Brain Magnetic Resonance Imaging scan.

TREATMENT OF CEREBELLAR DEGENERATION

As Cerebellar degeneration is caused by a metabolic disorder so they may be treated with medications and a controlled diet. Some of the drugs may be used to treat gait and swallowing disorders. Physical therapy can strengthen muscles, while special devices or appliances can assist in walking and other activities of daily life. Plasma exchange or intravenous immunoglobulin to remove the abnormal antibodies from the blood and Physical, occupational and speech therapy to help the patient learn to live with the disease.