Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease- Type 2A

Overview

Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, Type 2A: CMT is an inherited neurological disease characterized by the gradual degeneration of nerves which starts in the hands and feet and results in progressive numbness, muscle weakness and loss of function.

Symptoms

* Delayed developmental milestones * Delayed walking * Delayed sitting * Hoarse voice * Vocal cord paresis

Causes

* Balance problems - * Delayed developmental milestones - * Delayed sitting - * Delayed walking - * Foot drop - * Foot pain - * Foot weakness - * Hammer toes - * Hand pain - * Hand weakness - * High foot arches - * Hoarse voice - * Sensory loss - * Wasted foot muscles - * Wasted hand muscles -