Definition:
Joseph disease, also known in names such as the Machado-Joseph disease and spinocerebral ataxia type 3, is a rare disorder characterized by lack of muscle control.
Diagnosis:
The disease can be detected by tracing cases of the disease that occurred in the family’s history.
Treatment:
There is no exact treatment for Joseph disease. Antispasmodic drugs can be taken to help reduce the muscle spasms.
Symptoms and Signs:
The symptoms for the disease include difficulty in speech and swallowing, muscle spasms, weakness of the limbs, involuntary eye movements and frequent urination. These symptoms can eventually lead to paralysis.
Causes:
Joseph disease is a rare genetic defect that occurred in the chromosome 14.
