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What is Multiple System Atrophy?

Multiple system atrophy (MSA) is a rare neurodegenerative disease marked by a combination of symptoms affecting movement, blood pressure, and other body functions; hence the label "multiple system" atrophy. The cause of MSA is unknown.

According to the American Autonomic Society, Multiple System Atrophy (MSA) is a sporadic, progressive, adult-onset disorder characterized by autonomic dysfunction, parkinsonism and ataxia (a failure of muscular coordination) in any combination.

The features of the disorder include:

  • •Parkinsonism
  • •Cerebellar or corticospinal signs
  • •Orthostatic hypotension, impotence, urinary incontinence or retention, usually preceding or within two years after the onset of the motor symptoms

    • Parkinsonian and cerebellar features commonly occur in combination. However, certain features may predominate.

    What is multiple system atrophy?

    How common is MSA?

    What are the various forms of MSA?

    What is Shy-Drager syndrome?

    How can I tell if I have MSA

    What are the symptoms of MSA?

    Signs and tests

    What are the complications of MSA?

    Are there any treatments for MSA?

    Expectations (Prognosis)

    What is the progression of MSA?

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