See the list below: Because ichthyosis is primarily a skin disorder, periodic evaluation by a dermatologist is recommended. The ophthalmologist may be helpful in the treatment of ocular manifestations and in the identification of the specific type of ichthyosis, particularly, lamellar and X-linked forms.
In Latin, the word cerebellum means little brain. The cerebellum is the area of the hindbrain that controls movement coordination, balance, equilibrium and muscle tone. Like the cerebral cortex, the cerebellum is comprised of white matter and a thin, outer layer of densely folded gray matter.
The cerebellum plays an important role in motor control, the coordination of motor movements and balance, among other things. Some of the key functions of the cerebellum include: Movement is a complex process that requires a number of different muscles groups working together.