Spinal Muscular Atrophy Quiz
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What is spinal muscular atrophy?
Spinal muscular atrophy is a group of genetic disorders where a person cannot control their muscle movement due to a loss of nerve cells in the spinal cord and brainstem. It causes muscle wasting and weakness.
Symptoms of spinal muscular atrophy
Difficulty in walking
Fine tremor of the hands and fingers
Weakness in arms or legs
Child refuses to eat
Falling frequently
Difficulty standing up from sitting position
Recent weight loss
Difficulty swallowing food or water
Questions your doctor may ask to check for spinal muscular atrophy
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose spinal muscular atrophy
Do you have any difficulty walking?
Do you have a slight trembling of your fingers?
Do you feel any weakness in your arms or legs?
Does your child refuse to feed or has problems feeding?
Do you feel that you fall over or slip more often?
Treatment for spinal muscular atrophy
There is currently no cure for spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). Treatment and support are available to manage symptoms and help achieve the best possible quality of life. The FDA has approved some medications, which are forms of gene therapy.
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