共济失调
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定义
Acute cerebellar ataxia is a sudden problem with coordination and balance. It happens when the cerebellum is damaged. 这 is the part of 大脑 that controls these functions.
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原因
In some people, the cause is not known. It others, it may be due to genetics or:
- Infections
- Problems with the immune system
- Head injury
Risk Factors
这 problem is more common in young children. Other things that may raise the risk of it are:
- Viral infections, such as chickenpox 柯萨奇病毒 virus, Epstein-Barr, or 艾滋病毒
- Bacterial infections, such as Lyme disease
- Exposure to certain toxins, such as 引领, 汞, thallium, 酒精, and some insecticides
- A history of chemotherapy
- Bleeding, abscess, blood clots, or blockage in the cerebellum
- Paraneoplastic syndromes—this happens when the immune system attacks the cerebellum near a cancer
- Some vaccinations
A person may have acute cerebellar ataxia that goes away and 回来. Things that may raise the risk of this are:
- 中风
- A cerebellum that is not formed well
- Problems with the immune system, such as multiple sclerosis
- 偏头痛
- 眩晕
- Genetic or metabolic disorders
- A brain tumor
- 酒精 use disorder
- Some medicines
症状
A person with acute cerebellar ataxia may have:
- Problems walking, clumsiness, or coordination problems when using the arms, legs, or 树干
- 头疼
- Lightheadedness
- Speech problems, such as slurred speech and changes in tone, pitch, and volume
- Problems swallowing
- Nausea and vomiting
- Eyesight problems, including eyes that do not move in the usual way
- Changes in mental state, such as personality or behavioral changes
诊断
The doctor will ask about symptoms and health history. A physical exam will be done. A neurological exam may also be done.
Blood tests may be done. The fluid around 大脑 and spinal cord may also be tested. 这 can be done with a lumbar puncture.
Images may be taken. 这 can be done with:
The nerves may be checked to see how well they are working. 这 can be done with a nerve conduction study.
The electrical activity of the muscles may be tested. 这 can be done with an electromyography (EMG).
治疗
The goals of treatment are to: 共济失调 in children may go away on its own in a few months. In others, underlying causes of ataxia will need to be treated. 这 may include medicine to ease swelling in 大脑.
Therapy may be also needed. Options are:
- Physical therapy to help with movement
- Occupational therapy to help with daily tasks and self-care
- Speech therapy to help with swallowing and speaking
Prevention
There are no guidelines to prevent this health problem.
References
- Cerebellar ataxia. EBSCO DynaMed website. Available at: http://www.力学.com/condition/cerebellar-ataxia.
- Encephalopathy. National Institute of Neurological Disorders and 中风 website. Available at: http://www.研究所.国家卫生研究院.gov/health-information/disorders/encephalopathy.
- Pedroso J.L., Vale, T.C.等。. Acute cerebellar ataxia: differential diagnosis and clinical approach. Arq Neuropsiquiatr, 2019; 77 (3): 184-193.