Multiple choice

While playing, a boy fell from the roof and his superior cerebellar peduncles were damaged, leading to loss of output from the cerebellum to the brainstem and cortex. Which of the following cardinal symptoms will be seen in him?

  1. Aphasia

  2. Agnosia

  3. Acacia

  4. Ataxia

  5. Atopy
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Yes, it is correct. A major loss of cerebellar function will lead to ataxia, the inability of a patient to walk normally. Most patients will have wide gaits and unsteady movements.

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