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Spastic paraplegia of unknown origin is a movement disorder in which there is progressive weakness and spasticity (stiffness) of the legs. The underlying cause is not known.
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*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.
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Spastic paraplegia of unknown origin is a movement disorder in which there is progressive weakness and spasticity (stiffness) of the legs. The underlying cause is not known.
Common symptoms reported by people with spastic paraplegia of unknown origin
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.
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Treatments taken by people for spastic paraplegia of unknown origin
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