Corticobasal syndrome (Degeneration) entities

Clinic

• CBD is a rare condition that can cause gradually worsening problems with movement, speech, memory and swallowing.
• It's often also called corticobasal syndrome (CBS).
• CBD is caused by increasing numbers of brain cells becoming damaged or dying over time.
• Most cases of CBD develop in adults aged between 50 and 70.

Symptoms

• Difficulty controlling your limb on one side of the body (a "useless" hand)
• Muscle stiffness
• Shaking (tremors), jerky movements and spasms (dystonia)
• Problems with balance and co-ordination
• Slow and slurred speech
• Symptoms of dementia, such as memory and visual problems
• Slow, effortful speech
• Difficulty swallowing