Distinguishing episodic ataxia from vestibular migraine in two patients with history of headache
Abstract
College of Arts and Scienceses of episodic ataxia in patients with a history of migraine/headache are likely underrecognized, as the initial presentation may favor vestibular migraine. We present two College of Arts and Scienceses of patients who were seen for symptoms of cerebellar dysfunction with suspected vestibular migraine. Both patients experienced persistent nystagmus and symptomatic improvement with acetazolamide, which prompted further genetic testing for EA. Through these College of Arts and Scienceses, we highlight the clinical features of EA that ultimately allowed for differentiation from vestibular migraine. This ultimately reinforces the importance of considering the diagnosis of EA in all patients who present with cerebellar dysfunction.
Primary Faculty Mentor Name
Philip Skidd
Status
Undergraduate
Student College
Larner College of Medicine
Program/Major
Medical Student
Primary Research Category
Clinical
Distinguishing episodic ataxia from vestibular migraine in two patients with history of headache
College of Arts and Scienceses of episodic ataxia in patients with a history of migraine/headache are likely underrecognized, as the initial presentation may favor vestibular migraine. We present two College of Arts and Scienceses of patients who were seen for symptoms of cerebellar dysfunction with suspected vestibular migraine. Both patients experienced persistent nystagmus and symptomatic improvement with acetazolamide, which prompted further genetic testing for EA. Through these College of Arts and Scienceses, we highlight the clinical features of EA that ultimately allowed for differentiation from vestibular migraine. This ultimately reinforces the importance of considering the diagnosis of EA in all patients who present with cerebellar dysfunction.
