Machado-Joseph disease (MJD) is an inherited (passed down) ataxia disorder. Ataxia is a degenerative (slowly progressive) condition that affects your nervous system. It can affect your ability to control your muscles, which results in a lack of balance and coordination. More @Wikipedia
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