Fahr's Syndrome: Fahr's syndrome is a rare neurological disorder characterized by abnormal deposits of calcium in certain of areas of the brain including the ... more about Fahr's Syndrome.
Fahr's Syndrome: A rare neurologic disorder where calcium is deposited in various parts of the brain resulting in progressive loss of motor and mental function. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Fahr's Syndrome is available below.
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Prognosis for Fahr's Syndrome: The prognosis for individuals with Fahr's syndrome is poor. Progressive neurological deterioration generally results in disability and death. (Source: excerpt from NINDS Fahr's Syndrome Information Page: NINDS)
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Fahr's syndrome is a rare neurological disorder characterized by abnormal deposits of calcium in certain of areas of the brain including the basal ganglia and the cerebral cortex. (Source: excerpt from NINDS Fahr's Syndrome Information Page: NINDS)
Ophanet, a consortium of European partners,
currently defines a condition rare when it affects 1 person per 2,000.
They list Fahr's Syndrome as a "rare disease".
Source - Orphanet
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