Chap. 15-Chorea, Ballism, Athetosis Flashcards

1
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The second most common form of hereditary chorea.

A

Neuroacanthocytosis

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Phenomenologies that can occur in Neuroacanthocytosis.

A

Chorea, Tics, Dystonia, Parkinsonism

*Think CTPD (centipede)

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Usual AAo in Neuroacanthocytosis

A

3rd-4th Decade

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4
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Seen in only 16% of Neuroacanthocytosis but is a characteristic feature

A

Lip and tongue biting

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