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Dystonia

About- Dystonia is a movement disorder characterized by involuntary muscle contractions that cause repetitive or twisting movements
 
Symptoms-
Dystonia A dragging leg
Dystonia Abnormal posture
Dystonia Difficulty speaking
Dystonia Eyes close uncontrollably
Dystonia The foot may turn outwards at the ankle
Dystonia Involuntary pulling and twisting of the neck and head
Dystonia Irritation in the eye(s)
Dystonia Photophobia (sensitivity to light)
Dystonia Repetitive movements or cramps 
Dystonia A stiff, unusual walk
Dystonia Uncontrollable blinking
Dystonia Writer's cramp
 
Causes-
The exact cause of Dystonia isn't known. But it can be a symptom of another disease or condition, including
Dystonia Birth injury
Dystonia Brain tumor
Dystonia Carbon monoxide poisoning
Dystonia Cerebral palsy
Dystonia Encephalitis
Dystonia Heavy metal poising
Dystonia HIV
Dystonia Huntington's disease
Dystonia Multiple sclerosis
Dystonia Oxygen deprivation
Dystonia Parkinson's disease
Dystonia Reactions to certain medications
Dystonia Spine injury
Dystonia Stroke
Dystonia Traumatic brain injury
Dystonia Tuberculosis
Dystonia Wilson's disease

Specialists to visit
Neurologist Neurologist
Neurologist Physiotherapist
Neurologist Geriatrician

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References-
https://www.mayoclinic.org
https://en.wikipedia.org
https://www.webmd.com
https://www.aans.org
https://dystonia-foundation.org
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com
https://rarediseases.org
https://www.nhs.uk

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