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fxtas

by Karlee109, Sep 02, 2009 04:41PM
My father has fxtas, could that be the cause of a task specific tremor (writing)?

by Jordanna Joaquina, MS, CGC, Sep 08, 2009 11:16AM
To: fxtas
Fragile X-associated tremor/ataxia syndrome (FXTAS) is characterized by progressive problems with movement (ataxia), tremor, memory loss, loss of sensation in the lower extremities (peripheral neuropathy), and mental and behavioral changes. We recommmend that your family meet with a neurologist.
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by Karlee109, Sep 03, 2009 10:34AM
To: genetic expert
I am a carrier of fragile X with 110 CGG repeats.  My father has fxtas.  Could being a carrier be the cause of a task specific tremor?

by fxtas, Sep 06, 2009 06:24PM
To: Karlee
Yes, the tremor could be from fxtas.  I'm not a doctor, but my husband has had FXTAS for over 10 years, so I'm pretty familiar with it.

Terri
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