Understanding Friedreich’s Ataxia
Friedreich’s Ataxia (FA) is a rare genetic disorder that affects the nervous system and sometimes the heart. While there is currently no cure, treatments like Skyclarys can help manage symptoms by assisting the body in producing energy, which helps...
Friedreich’s Ataxia (FA) is a rare genetic disorder that affects the nervous system and sometimes the heart. While there is currently no cure, treatments like Skyclarys can help manage symptoms by assisting the body in producing energy, which helps improve quality of life. FA usually begins in childhood or the teenage years, though some people develop symptoms later in life. FA happens because of a change (mutation) in a gene called FXN, which leads to low levels of a...