what is the management of cerebellar ataxia?
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Management of patients with Spino Cerebellar Ataxia Type 2 and other Degenerative types of Cerebellar Ataxia remains supportive as there is currently no known therapy or medication which can delay or halt the progression of the disease. Tremor-controlling drugs such as 'Baclofen' may be used but they do not usually work well for cerebellar tremors.
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Of all the studying I've done on toxoplasmosis, the closest I've found to what your looking for stops short at prevention.\n\nKeep updated with her neurologist on possible treatment options as research opens up possibilities. Good luck.
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ephadrine or hydroxycut. \na good balanced diet and plenty of water and exercise, lots of it. do low impact cv exercises
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There is no specific treatment to stop or reverse any form of MD. Treatment may include physical therapy, respiratory therapy, speech therapy, orthopedic appliances used for support, and corrective orthopedic surgery. Drug therapy includes corticosteroids to slow muscle degeneration, anticonvulsants to control seizures and some muscle activity, immunosuppressants to delay some damage to dying muscle cells, and antibiotics to fight respiratory infections. Some individuals may benefit from occupational therapy and assistive technology. Some patients may need assisted ventilation to treat respiratory muscle weakness and a pacemaker for cardiac abnormalities.
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Glaucoma treatment...\n\nTreatment for glaucoma focuses on preserving eyesight by slowing the damage to the nerve in the back of the eye (optic nerve). Most treatment aims to prevent further damage to the optic nerve by lowering the pressure in the eyes (intraocular pressure, or IOP).\n\nGlaucoma is usually treated with medications such as eyedrops. Laser treatment or surgery is often needed.\n\nNaturopathic Treatments.......\n\nStudies show patients can reduce their eye pressure by five to seven millimeters with an improved diet and supplement program. In general, a diet high in betacarotene, vitamins C and E, and sulfur-bearing amino acids are recommended. Foods containing those nutrients include garlic, onions, beans, spinach, celery, turnips, yellow and orange vegetables, green leafy vegetables, seaweed, apples, oranges and tomatoes. \n\nDaily juicing of vegetables and fruits (preferably organic). Our glaucoma recipe is some combination of the following: celery, carrots, cucumber, radish, turnip, parsley, beets, cabbage, raspberries, plums, apple (not too much fruit). For more information, go to "Click Here". \n\nDrink lots of water - 8-10 glasses of purified water. Avoid carbonated, caffeinated and alcoholic beverages. They can actually dehydrate your eyes. \nManage your stress - meditate, take a walk in nature, practice yoga, visualization techniques or prayer on a daily basis. \n\nExercise daily - do at least 20 minutes of aerobic exercise daily. Walking and swimming are two excellent forms of exercise. \n\nEye exercises can help to bring energy and blood to the eyes, thereby helping to drain away toxins or congestion to the eyes. \n\nAvoid foods to which you are allergic: a study of 113 patients with chronic simple glaucoma showed immediate IOP increases of up to 20 millimeters when they were exposed to foods in to which they were allergic. Manage stress. Take up meditation, yoga, tai chi, or any practice that helps you relax. Some consider glaucoma a stress related condition. \n\nSupplement your diet with a good multivitamin such as One Plus Multivitamin (see website for more information) and/or a good Green Drink (see Paleogreens).
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Well, since you have the diagnosis, you must have seen a doctor.  They should get you into physical therapy for the arm.  There are protocols for RSD in physical therapy to decrease the pain and sensitivity of the area while keeping and increasing range of motion and muscular strength.\n\nIf therapy does not help, you could go on the medical track and get prescribed drugs for the neurologically mediated pain.  Neurontin is a common drug used for this.  Also, medical doctors would recommend a sympathetic ganglion block.  This involves shooting the origin of the nerves (which is in the neck) with a numbing agent.  Sometimes this stops the symptoms completely, sometimes for just a short period of time, and sometimes not at all.  \n\nOn the natural-based medicine track, you could get evaluated to find any problems with organ functioning to include problems with producing or utilizing hormones and neurotransmitters.  Then recommendations for supplementation to support the nerve tissue and the affected organs could be done.\n\nIn any event, consult with your medical doctor on the medical track and find a Chiropractor who practices natural-based medicine or a Naturopath to go about the natural track.  Good luck.
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Hi Stephen.  I am sorry to hear about your suffering.  I have a couple of thoughts/suggestions.  \n\nFirst, have your been properly tested for vitamin B12 deficiency?  This is a common cause of peripheral neuropathy and most doctors do not know how to properly test for deficiency.  Usually doctors order a serum B12 test, however this can be normal even with deficiency.  The best laboratory tests for B12 status are serum Homocysteine and urinary Methylmalonic acid.  So, be sure this is not an issue.\n\nSecond, I would like to suggest a powerful book by Sherry Rogers, M.D.  It is called: "Pain-free in 6 Weeks".  She is an expert in environmental medicine.  In the book Dr. Rogers explains many, many causes of chronic pain that are not well understood (or even known) by most doctors.  The book is available at Amazon.com.  I highly recommend it.\n\nLast thought, how many Chiropractic evaluations have you had?  Have you ever had a neck injury (e.g. whiplash, sports injury, fall, etc.)?  It is not common, but an upper cervical subluxation could cause your symptoms.\n\nI hope this has been helpful for you.  Best wishes and good luck.
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There are no known drugs that cure or suppress this diseas. Non tradional treatments might be the best source for a cure.\nhttp://www.neurology.org/cgi/content/abstract/66/1_suppl_1/S30\n\nHere are some additional resources for information\nhttp://members.shaw.ca/btillieribm/index.htm\n\nMy hunch is that the Water Cure could be beneficial.\nhttp://curezone.com/foods/watercure.asp\n\nThe Water cure with unrefined sea salt  is like a blood transfussion for a dehydrated body with poor mineraliztion.\n\nApple Cider Vinegar could help balance pH\nhttp://curezone.com/blogs/f.asp?f=179\nhttp://curezone.com/blogs/f.asp?f=179&p=1
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Homeopathy:-\nBELLADONNA 30C thrice a day half an hour before or after meals.\nReport back with the childs progress after three doses\nTake care and God Bless !
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Alternate heat and cold therapy; take ibuprofen, aspirin or naproxen; see your doctor for other options (short course of steroids, muscle relaxants, opiate analgesics, physical therapy).
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There is not one treatment that works but a vary of treatments that have to be tried here are some of them: \n\nSteriod creams If these help, a milder cream can be used for longer-term control. Antihistamine creams (Zonalon, Pramoxine) or pills (Atarax, Periactin) are often added for additional relief. Intralesional steroid injections, anti-depressant pills, and non-prescription Zostrix cream helps many of those not improved with the usual treatment.
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You didn't say what type of dystonia she has.  I have cervical dystonia and get botox injections every 3-4 months in my neck.  It does wonders for me.  I also take Mysoline for the dystonia and Inderal for tremors.  I'm sure you must be seeing a neurologist, hopefully one who specializes in movement disorders.  When I have bad days, Aleve seems to help.  I know that's not much help, but maybe if she is really bad, your doctor may consider dbms.  That seems pretty drastic, but I hear when it works, it's great.
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Treatment for Meniere's disease is directed at ending or reducing the frequency and severity of attacks. Treatment includes: \n\nmedication\nchange in diet\nregular exercise\nstress reduction techniques
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Treatment for idiopathic neuropathies is mostly symptomatic, including pain therapy for paresthesias, physical and occupational therapy to help improve mobility and function, supportive measures to maintain blood pressure, and bowel and bladder function if the autonomic system is involved.\n\nTreatment options for reducing pain include medication, injection therapy, and physical therapy. Surgery may be needed to treat some causes of neuropathy (e.g., carpal tunnel syndrome, radiculopathy).\n\nBecause analgesics (aspirin, ibuprofen) are usually ineffective against pain caused by neuropathy, treatment often involves medications that target nerve cells. Antidepressants such as gabapentin and amitriptyline are usually the first medications prescribed. Side effects of these drugs include drowsiness, dizziness, low blood pressure, and fatigue. Other medications include anticonvulsants (carbamazepine and lamotrigine), local anesthetics (lidocaine), and antiarrhythmics (mexiletine). Anticonvulsants may cause low white blood cell counts, nausea, vomiting, and dizziness. Side effects of lidocaine and mexiletine include nervousness, lightheadedness, drowsiness, and double vision.\n\nTopical treatment with capsaicin cream may be prescribed for patients with focal neuropathy. Capsaicin causes stinging upon application and is often combined with a local anesthetic to reduce this side effect.\n\nInjection therapy involves injecting a nerve block (lidocaine) into the area surrounding affected nerves, preventing the nerve from carrying impulses to the brain and temporarily reducing symptoms. Injection therapy is often used with other treatments such as medication and physical therapy.\n\nDiscontinuing medication or exposure to toxic substances may eliminate neuropathy caused by drugs or toxins. Vitamin supplements may be used to treat nutritional neuropathy. Physical therapy, including exercise, massage, and heat, and acupuncture (insertion of fine needles into specific points on the body) may be used to treat symptoms.\n\nTreatment for the causes of neuropathy include antibiotics or antiviral agents for infectious neuropathies, immunomodulating agents for immune-mediated neuropathies, improved glycemic control for diabetic neuropathies, and surgery for compressive neuropathies.\n\nOver-the-counter pain relievers can help treat mild-to-moderate pain associated with peripheral neuropathy. There are two main types of over-the-counter pain relievers: acetaminophen and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatgs (NSAIDs). Acetaminophen is used to treat mild-to-moderate pain and reduce fever, but it is not very effective at reducing inflammation. Acetaminophen provides relief from pain by increasing the pain threshold. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) reduce pain, swelling, stiffness, and inflammation. Two drugs in this category, ibuprofen and naproxen, also reduce fever. When these drugs are taken regularly, they build up in the blood to levels that fight pain caused by inflammation and swelling, and also provide general pain relief.\n\nSupport groups often help patients cope with feelings of isolation and frustration and improve their quality of life.
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Sure there is\nBotulinum toxin injection is one of the best local treatment for this condition\nI'm a neurosurgeon and I manage a lot of cases with excellent results
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I have never heard of any treatments for MVP.  I used to take medication to stop the racing and minimize the fluttering but as far as I had been told there was no other treatment other than possible surgery if it were bad enough (mine wasn't).  Only other advice I was given was to avoid caffeine and not to worry about the MVP b/c it would not really affect much of anything.
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http://www.post-polionetwork.org.au/news/ppn29.html   This association might help although it is in Australia.\n\nAny good reputable text book should give adquate information on the management of this disease.