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Approach to Case of Ataxia in Children

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Approach to Case of Ataxia in Children

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Case Description

Ataxia in children is a neurological disorder characterized by impaired coordination, balance, and voluntary muscle movements. Ataxia is a term used to describe a group of disorders that affect the cerebellum, a part of the brain responsible for coordination and balance. There are various types of...

Case Summary

  • Ataxia is a movement disorder characterized by impaired voluntary movement and excessive involuntary movements, leading to abnormalities in tone, posture, balance, and fine motor control. It involves the inability to make smooth, accurate, and coordinated movements, affecting motor, sensory, articulation, and other functions.

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Kushal Dilip Ugale

Kushal Dilip Ugale

Consultant Clinical Psychologist at Sunshine Counselling and Therapy Center
Dr. Anuradha Sanadhya is a highly respected professor of pediatrics at RNT Medical College in Udaipur. Her remarkable contributions extend beyond academia, as she has held leadership roles such as President and Secretary in various prestigious medical associations, including the IAP Udaipur branch and the Women's Wing of the Rajasthan State IAP.

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