FXTAS Resources
The Fragile X-associated disorder, Fragile X-associated tremor/ataxia syndrome, known more commonly as FXTAS (fax-tass) can occur in individuals with the Fragile X premutation. FXTAS is an adult-onset neurodegenerative disorder, more common in males than females over 50 years of age with the Fragile X premutation. FXTAS is associated with tremors, balance problems, and other neurological signs. FXTAS progresses at varying rates in different individuals.
Clinics Specializing in the Treatment of FXTAS
FXTAS clinics are comprised of doctors (primarily neurologists and movement disorder specialists), therapists, researchers, and other specialists who treat FXTAS by utilizing the best available scientific knowledge about the known causes of FXTAS. While there is currently no cure for FXTAS, specialists may be able to lessen the severity and/or slow the progression of symptoms.
Men’s Health & the Fragile X Premutation
From Emory University School School of Medicine, this ebook is organized as a Q&A divided into 4 main sections:
- The Fragile X Premutation: What is it and how does it work?
- Fragile X Tremor/Ataxia Syndrome (FXTAS): What are the symptoms and what should I expect?
- Testing for Fragile X and FXTAS: Who should be tested and how?
- How can I learn more about FXTAS?
From Our Info Series
FXTAS is an inherited neurodegenerative disorder that typically affects adults over 50 years old and is associated with a spectrum of neurological and medical symptoms.
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Treatment Recommendations
The goal of therapy for FXTAS is to reduce symptoms and eventually slow the progression of the disease. Management of FXTAS is complex and involves appropriate follow-up by an adult neurologist. It is also important to evaluate other potential causes of dementia such as vitamin B12 deficiency, folate deficiency, and depression.
Webinars
Research Results
Fragile X Premutation Carrier Study at University of Kansas
The University of Kansas BRAIN Lab is conducting a research study to learn about behavioral and brain differences associated with the Fragile X premutation. Females with the premutation ages 55–80 may be eligible to participate.
More Resources
Watch: Premutation Disorders & Conditions With Dr. Randi Hagerman
Dr. Randi Hagerman discusses Fragile X-associated conditions and disorders, including FXTAS, and provides strategies for some of their characteristics.
FXTAS 101
An introduction to FXTAS, an “adult-onset” neurodegenerative disorder, usually affecting males over 50 years of age. Females comprise only a small part of the FXTAS population, and their symptoms tend to be less severe. FXTAS affects the neurologic system and progresses at varying rates in different individuals.
Be a part of the solution.
Learn more about the INTERNATIONAL FRAGILE X PREMUTATION REGISTRY and join individuals with the premutation and their families to help advance — and encourage — deeper understanding and research into the premutation condition.
Be a part of the solution.
Learn more about the International Fragile X Premutation Registry and join individuals with the premutation and their families to help advance — and encourage — deeper understanding and research into the premutation condition.