What is Shy-Drager Syndrome?

Description of the disease:

Shy-Drager Syndrome, also known as Pediatric Subacute Cerebellar Ataxia, is a rare, neurodegenerative disease that leads to a gradual loss of movement and coordination skills in children.

Classification:

• Type 1: inherited in an autosomal recessive pattern
• Type 2: inherited in an autosomal dominant pattern

Symptoms:

• Delayed development of motor skills
• Gradual loss of movement coordination
• Muscle weakness

Causes:

Genetic mutations leading to dysfunction of the central nervous system.

Diagnosis:

Diagnosis is based on clinical symptoms and genetic testing.

Treatment:

Supportive therapy, physical rehabilitation.

Prevention:

Preventive genetic counseling and testing.

Doctor:

Geneticist, neurologist.