Ataxia - telangiectasia

Treatment:

There is no specific treatment for ataxia-telangiectasia. Treatment is directed at specific associated problems.

Expectations (prognosis):

An early death is expected, commonly in early adolescence.

Complications:

• severe recurrent pulmonary infections
• progressive movement disorder with confinement to a wheelchair
• malignant disease, especially lymphoma, that can result in death
• diabetes mellitus
• progressive scoliosis & kyphosis

Calling your health care provider:

Call your health care provider if signs or symptoms of the disease are present.