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Multiple System Atrophy (M.S.A.)

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Name	Multiple System Atrophy (MSA)
Related to/Also known as	Shy-Drager Syndrome
Symptoms of MSA	MSA is caused by the degeneration of cells in certain areas of the brain, which control different body systems. This cell degeneration causes problems with movement, balance and automatic functions of the body, such as bladder control.
Types
Useful national contacts	Multiple System Atrophy Trust www.msatrust.org.uk Tel: 0207 940 4666 Find your local support group: https://tinyurl.com/ycrcjbwa MSA/PSP Nurse Specialists: Tel. 0207 940 4666 Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Scotland, Ireland and North England: Katie Rigg Tel: 01434 381 932 Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
News and Events
Online resources	Multiple system atrophy (NHS Choices) https://tinyurl.com/ycm7kxyt
Our resources	The library at The Brain Charity has a range of resources on MSA and on a wide range of disability-related issues. This includes a copy of the Multiple System Atrophy Trust's booklet "Carer's Guide: Looking after yourself and the person you care for".

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