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When i am trying to walk forward, but instead side stepping. neurological disorder symptom?

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?ataxia: Sounds like you have dysequilibration, and maybe a neurological ataxia issue. However, this could be due to vitamin deficiency such as B-12, medication reactions, effect of recreational drugs or even peripheral nerve disorder. Many conditions could be considered, so, get this evaluated and treated.

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Answered 5/10/2015

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