Reasons for Ataxia

Ataxia is a manifestation of a variety of disease processes, and an underlying aetiology needs to be investigated.

• Pure ataxia is rare in acquired ataxia disorders, and associated symptoms and signs almost always exist to suggest an underlying cause.
• The spectrum of hereditary degenerative ataxias is expanding
• Attention should be addressed to those treatable and reversible etiologies, especially potentially life-threatening causes.