Tuvan syndrome
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- Degenerative neurological disorder afflicting Vulcanoids
- Potentially afflicted species include Romulans, Vulcans, and Zami (DS9: "Inter Arma Enim Silent Leges")
- Progressive loss of motor control through failure of somatic nervous system
- Initial symptoms include facial droop, muscle weakness (DS9: "Inter Arma Enim Silent Leges")
- Total loss of motor control within 10-15 years of contracting syndrome (DS9: "Inter Arma Enim Silent Leges")
- Degeneration eventually progresses to autonomic nervous system
- Eventually results in respiratory or cardiac failure leading to death (DS9: "Inter Arma Enim Silent Leges")
- Average life expectancy from onset of symptoms 20-25 years