Symptoms of Torticollis

Symptoms of Torticollis

The list of signs and symptoms mentioned in various sources for Torticollis includes the 2 symptoms listed below:

• Twisted neck
• Head turned and tilted to one side
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Torticollis: Signs and symptoms
(Professional Guide to Diseases (Eighth Edition))

The first sign of congenital torticollis is commonly a firm, nontender, palpable enlargement of the sternocleidomastoid muscle that’s visible at birth and for several weeks afterward. It slowly regresses during a period of 6 months, although incomplete regression can cause permanent contracture. If the deformity is severe, the infant’s face and head flatten from sleeping on the affected side; this asymmetry gradually worsens. The infant’s chin turns away from the side of the shortened muscle, and his head tilts to the shortened side. His shoulder may elevate on the affected side, restricting neck movement.

The first sign of acquired torticollis is usually recurring unilateral stiffness of neck muscles followed by a drawing sensation and a momentary twitching or contraction that pulls the head to the affected side. This type of torticollis commonly produces severe neuralgic pain throughout the head and neck. (See Recognizing torticollis.)

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Source: Professional Guide to Diseases (Eighth Edition), 2005

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The symptom information on this page attempts to provide a list of some possible signs and symptoms of Torticollis. This signs and symptoms information for Torticollis has been gathered from various sources, may not be fully accurate, and may not be the full list of Torticollis signs or Torticollis symptoms. Furthermore, signs and symptoms of Torticollis may vary on an individual basis for each patient. Only your doctor can provide adequate diagnosis of any signs or symptoms and whether they are indeed Torticollis symptoms.