CADASIL Support UK is a small charity that supports families affected by the rare genetic disease CADASIL (Cerebral Autosomal Dominant Arteriopathy with Subcortical Infarcts and Leukoencephalopathy), a condition that can devastate the lives of those affected by it, and which currently has no treatment.

Symptoms of CADASIL often start in early adulthood and include complex migraine, transient ischemic attacks (TIAs) and psychiatric disorders. This progresses to recurrent strokes which cause physical disability, cognitive difficulties and, ultimately, vascular dementia.

The stroke research team at Addenbrookes Hospital (https://www.cambridgestroke.com/cadasil.php) have identified potential treatments for CADASIL but need funding to further develop these. CADASIL Support UK are raising money for Addenbrookes to support this vital work.

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