How is cerebellar degeneration treated?

How is cerebellar degeneration treated?

There isn’t a cure for cerebellar degeneration. Treatment usually depends on the underlying cause of your brain dysfunction. However, medications can sometimes help manage certain symptoms, including tremors or problems with walking and dizziness.

Treatment for paraneoplastic cerebellar degeneration may include:

• Chemotherapy.
• Radiation therapy.
• Immunosuppressants.
• Immunotherapy.
• Different combinations of chemotherapy, radiation therapy and surgery to remove a tumor.

Treatment for alcoholic cerebellar degeneration may include:

• Not drinking alcohol.
• Dietary changes. This may mean eating more whole grains, lean meat and fish. You might also need foods fortified with thiamin and other B vitamins.
• Thiamine supplements.

People with any form of cerebellar degeneration may need physical, occupational or speech therapy. These therapies can help you improve:

• Motor skills so you can perform daily activities.
• Muscle strength and coordination.
• Swallowing, speaking and language skills.