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Chronic motor tic disorder

Alternative Names: Chronic vocal tic disorder; tic - chronic motor tic disorder Symptoms: Vocalizations (grunts, throat clearing, abdominal or diaphragmatic contractions) Facial grimacing Excessive blinking Rapid, recurrent movement of the arms, legs, or other areas These symptoms (or any combination of them present in an affected person) can be voluntarily suppressed for a relatively brief length of time. A sensation of relief is experienced when these movements have been carried out. Tics can also be suggestible, may persist during all stages of sleep, and may exacerbate with stress, heat, excitement, and fatigue. Signs and tests: Text Continues Below Diagnosis of a tic is generally made during physical examination. No tests are usually necessary.

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