Dystonia Musculorum Deformans 1

Dystonia Musculorum Deformans 1: Introduction

Dystonia Musculorum Deformans 1: A rare movement disorder where the patients suffers uncontrollable muscle contractions and distortion of body position. The limbs are usually involved first and then the condition spreads to other parts of the body. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Dystonia Musculorum Deformans 1 is available below.

Symptoms of Dystonia Musculorum Deformans 1

• Eyelid spasms
• Torticollis
• Curvature of the spine - scoliosis, lordosis and kyphosis
• Facial grimacing
• Abnormal posturing
• more symptoms...»

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Causes of Dystonia Musculorum Deformans 1

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Treatments for Dystonia Musculorum Deformans 1

• Various medications may be used to alleviate symptoms: Baclofen, anticholinergics, benzodiazepines (such as clonazepam) and dopamine depleting agents (such as reserpine)
• If patients fail to respond to medications, surgery involving deep-brain stimulation may be undertaken
• Focal dystonias that start during adulthood may benefit from botulinum toxin injections
• Exercise and physical therapy may help some patients better manage their condition
• more treatments...»

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Prognosis for Dystonia Musculorum Deformans 1

Prognosis for Dystonia Musculorum Deformans 1: The onset, extent and severity of symptoms can vary considerable amongst patients.

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