ataxia

Meanings

• noun

  A neurological disorder characterized by lack of coordination and control in muscle movements.

  - "She was diagnosed with ataxia after experiencing difficulty walking and speaking."
  - "The symptoms of ataxia include unsteady gait, tremors, and slurred speech."

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Synonyms

ataxy , dystaxia , dystaxia

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Variants

List of all variants of ataxia that leads to same result
ataxia , ataxias , ataxic , incoordination , ataxia-telangiectasia , ataxia-telangiectasias , locomotor ataxia , locomotor ataxias , tabes dorsalis , tabes dorsalises

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Etymology

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Derived from the Greek word 'ataxia' meaning 'without order' or 'without steady gait'.

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Trivia

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1. Ataxia is not a single disorder but rather a group of neurological disorders that affect coordination and control.

2. There are over 40 different types of ataxia, each with its unique causes and symptoms.

3. Ataxia can affect people of all ages, from infancy to old age.

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Related Concepts

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1. Cerebellar ataxia: A type of ataxia caused by damage to the cerebellum, resulting in impaired coordination and balance.

2. Vestibular ataxia: A type of ataxia caused by damage to the vestibular system, resulting in problems with balance and spatial orientation.

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Culture

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Ataxia is a condition that has been the subject of various literary works, including 'The Glass Menagerie' by Tennessee Williams and 'The Art of Fielding' by Chad Harbach. It has also been portrayed in films such as 'The Diving Bell and the Butterfly' and 'The Theory of Everything'.

How to Memorize "ataxia"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person with unsteady gait and difficulty coordinating their movements. Visualize the challenges they face in performing everyday tasks.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'ataxia' with the concept of 'lack of control' or 'disorder'. Connect it to the neurological system and muscle movements.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'A-Tax-IA' to remember the definition: Ataxia = 'A' Absence of 'Tax' i.e., control over 'IA' - muscle movements.

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