Saw the Neurologist today. Received the test results. I have come back positive for sca-2 (39 CAG repeats). Both small and large fiber neuropathies are associated with ataxia. I was tested also for gluten sensitivity and these came back negative. I now know the cause for my neuropathy and balance issues though now I am scared of the disease and it's progression. I have gone from climbing 14000 ft. mountains to not being able to walk through the store to do my shopping due to the pain in my feet and legs. I can't rollover and give up...guess we just take it a day at a time and keep at it. I have found that swimming, acupuncture, and yoga have helped in aleviating some of the pain...just not enough.

Dewey