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Louis-Bar Syndrome

Medical Questions » Louis-Bar Syndrome
Name: Louis-Bar Syndrome
Also known as:
Rare form of rapidly progressive brain deterioration.
Causes of Louis-Bar Syndrome
Unknown. Due to degeneration of the cerebellum (lower back portion of brain) and spinal cord.
Symptoms of Louis-Bar Syndrome
Dilated capillaries on the whites of the eyes, the face and areas of skin flexion (eg. arm pit, behind knee), mental retardation, recurrent infections of lungs and ears, and poor coordination that steadily worsens. Late symptoms include twitching movements of the eyes and abnormal writhing movements of the arms and legs.
Tests for Louis-Bar Syndrome
Numerous blood tests are abnormal, particularly there are very low immunoglobulin levels.
Treatment for Louis-Bar Syndrome
None available.
Complications of Louis-Bar Syndrome of its treatment
Above average incidence of cancer.
Likely Outcome of Louis-Bar Syndrome
Death in teenage years usual.
       
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