El Paso, TX. Ataxia is a degenerative disease of the nervous system. Symptoms can mimic those of being inebriated or intoxicated, with slurred speech, stumbling, falling, and unable to maintain coordination. Common symptoms are slurred speech, trouble eating, swallowing & eye movement abnormalities. For Answers to any questions you may have please call Dr. Jimenez at 915-850-0900