What is fragile X tremor/ataxia syndrome?
An X-linked dominant inherited syndrome caused by mutations in the FMR1 gene. It affects males more frequently than females. It is characterized by abnormalities in the cerebellum and white matter. It manifests with intention tremor, ataxia, and cognitive disabilities.
How do members experience fragile X tremor/ataxia syndrome?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with fragile X tremor/ataxia syndrome*
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Anxious mood
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Nothing reported yet
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Depressed mood
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Nothing reported yet
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Fatigue
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Nothing reported yet
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Pain
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Nothing reported yet
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Stress
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Nothing reported yet
*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for fragile X tremor/ataxia syndrome*
Who has fragile X tremor/ataxia syndrome on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 0 | |
| 30s | 0 | |
| 40s | 0 | |
| 50s | 0 | |
| 60s | 0 | |
| 70+ | 1 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 1 | |
| Female | 0 |