A case report of Fahr’s disease presenting with cerebellar ataxia

Abstract

Fahr’s disease is a rare condition characterized by the symmetrical calcification of basal ganglia and dentate nuclei of the cerebellum calcification. It is usually manifested by involuntary movements and psychiatric symptoms. Ataxia has been reported as an uncommon manifestation of Fahr’s disease. Herein we introduce a 41-year-old man presenting with progressive gait disturbance who was finally diagnosed with Fahr’s disease.