Friedreich ataxia is an autosomal-recessive, neurodegenerative disease that primarily affects the nervous system and heart. It was named after Nicolaus Friedreich, a Professor of Medicine in ...

Ongoing or frequent numbness in the legs can indicate underlying health issues such as diabetes, vitamin deficiencies, multiple sclerosis, peripheral artery disease, sciatica, or stroke.

Difficulty balancing or an inability to do so can be caused by any number of factors. Head injuries, migraines, alcohol use, ear infections and medications can all affect your musculoskeletal ...