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Chiari malformation is a malformation of the brain that causes structural defects in the cerebellum, the part of the brain that controls balance. It can cause headaches, fatigue, muscle weakness in the head and face, difficulty swallowing, dizziness, nausea, and, in severe cases paralysis.
How do members experience Chiari malformation?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with Chiari malformation*
*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for Chiari malformation*
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Chiari malformation is a malformation of the brain that causes structural defects in the cerebellum, the part of the brain that controls balance. It can cause headaches, fatigue, muscle weakness in the head and face, difficulty swallowing, dizziness, nausea, and, in severe cases paralysis.
Common symptoms reported by people with Chiari malformation
Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
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Treatments taken by people for Chiari malformation
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Compare treatments taken by people with Chiari malformation
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Got a question about living with Chiari malformation? Members in the forum might have the answers.
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