People with Friedreich’s ataxia (FA) develop thickening of the heart muscle wall early on, followed by a gradual decline in pumping function that can take up to three decades to appear, according to a study that examined more than 25 years of echocardiogram records from nearly 600 FA patients.
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When I was diagnosed with Friedreich’s ataxia (FA) in 2013, my family and I had never heard of the disease. So we had a lot to learn about this new, lifelong character that was now a part of our story. My father, the kindest, wisest, and most generous and…
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A new documentary chronicling the story of two men with Friedreich’s ataxia (FA) as they undertake a seemingly impossible athletic endeavor — cycling across mountains, with a rare muscle disease — will premiere at a film festival in California later this month. The movie, “The Highest Road,” is…
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Lately, it seems like my journey with Friedreich’s ataxia (FA) has been a major focus of my life. Between sustaining three fractures in nine months, meeting new people, and refusing to let my symptoms dictate how I spend my time, I’ve had to accept and adapt to many…
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Lexeo Therapeutics has acquired the private, clinical-stage company Mantle Therapeutics, gaining the rights to several experimental therapies Mantle had been developing for Friedreich’s ataxia (FA) — including one already in early clinical testing. In announcing the deal, which could be worth more than $21 million, Lexeo also heralded…
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A few days ago, I celebrated my birthday. I love a party, so I love this occasion. It’s a reason to be with friends and family and eat cake. It is one of my happy places. My birthday is also a reminder of my journey with Friedreich’s ataxia (FA).
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Becoming educated and informed about FA is a good first step. Here you’ll find general information about the disease, including diagnosis, symptoms, and causes.
It helps to know others have been where you are now. Here’s a collection of our columnists’ words of wisdom to help you along on your FA journey.
There is no cure for FA yet, but here you can find more information about current therapeutic approaches, as well as experimental treatments that are in the pipeline.
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