What Causes Acute Cerebellar Ataxia?

Acute cerebellar ataxia is a relatively common disorder that develops in the brain whenever the cerebellum becomes damaged or inflamed in some manner. The cerebellum portion of the brain is the area with direct control over muscle coordination and gait. Ataxia is a term used to describe not having precise control over voluntary movements. When individuals have been affected by acute cerebellar ataxia, this means it occurred suddenly and without much forewarning. Because of how this condition adversely affects muscle coordination, patients may find it difficult to complete daily tasks.