Spinocerebellar Ataxia with Myokymia and/or Seizures · KCNJ10-related Spinocerebellar Ataxia · Myokymie und Ataxie Syndrom · KCNJ10 Ataxie · Spongiform Degeneration with Cerebellar Ataxia 1 · SDCA 1 · Spinocerebellar Ataxia with Myokymia and Seizures · KCNJ10-associated ataxia · Episodic Ataxia · Episodische Ataxie · Paroxysmal Ataxia · KCNJ10-related episodic ataxia · Myokymia and episodic ataxia
This is an inherited neurological disorder affecting the cerebellum, which is the part of the brain that coordinates movement and balance. A genetic mutation disrupts the potassium channels in the nervous system, preventing nerve cells from communicating properly. This disruption leads to a progressive loss of physical coordination.
Owners typically notice symptoms starting at a few months of age, including uncoordinated movement, involuntary muscle twitching, and epileptic seizures. These balance and neurological issues tend to worsen over time.
There is no cure for this progressive condition, and treatment is limited to lifelong management of symptoms like seizures, with costs ranging from 500 to 3000 EUR. Because of the severe impact on quality of life, euthanasia is often considered early on.
Estimated range of typical treatment cost. Actual cost depends on severity, clinic and region.
More conditions affecting the Head / nervous system.