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Ataxia–telangiectasia
Ataxia–telangiectasia, also referred to as ataxia–telangiectasia or Louis-Bar syndrome, is a rare, disease causing severe disability. Ataxia refers to poor coordination and telangiectasia to small blood , both of which are hallmarks of the disease. A–T affects many parts of the body:It impairs certain areas of the brain including the cerebellum, causing difficulty with movement and coordination. It weakens the system, causing a to . It prevents the repair of broken DNA, increasing the risk of cancer.
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