What is another word for episodic ataxia?
Pronunciation: [ˌɛpɪsˈɒdɪk atˈe͡ɪksi͡ə] (IPA) 
Episodic ataxia is a neurological disorder characterized by episodes of uncoordinated movements, particularly in the limbs. There are several synonyms for this condition, including episodic ataxia type 1, episodic ataxia type 2, sporadic ataxia with episodic ataxia, and episodic cerebellar ataxia. Episodic ataxia type 1 is caused by mutations in the KCNA1 gene, while episodic ataxia type 2 is caused by mutations in the CACNA1A gene. Sporadic ataxia with episodic ataxia is a rare form of the disorder that is not inherited, and the cause is unknown. Episodic cerebellar ataxia is a term used to describe similar symptoms that are not specifically classified as one of the known types of episodic ataxia.
