I have an iMAC from about 2007. The mouse will not scroll down. Can this be fixed?

I have an iMAC from about 2007. The mouse will not scroll down. Can this be fixed?

You have to remember, where the scroll ball is, there is a small gap which picks up dust and fluff.   That detritus gets everywhere and in your case affects the downward scroll.  
Adding just a touch Linc Davis's suggestion, after you have vigorously rubbed the scroll ball on the pad, tap it on a hard surface from time to time.   Sometimes you will see small amounts of fluff appear.   You should also see dirty marks on the pad.

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