Symptoms include:
Excessive blinking Grimaces of the face Quick movements of the arms, legs, or other areas Sounds (grunts, throat clearing, contractions of the abdomen or diaphragm)
People can hold off these symptoms for a short period of time, but they feel a sense of relief when they carry out these movements. Patients typically describe them as responding to an inner urge and may have abnormal sensations in the area of the tic prior to the tic occurring.
Tics may continue during all stages of sleep. They may get worse with:
Excitement Fatigue Heat Stress
What are the symptoms of Chronic tic disorder?
Symptoms include:
Excessive blinking Grimaces of the face Quick movements of the arms, legs, or other areas Sounds (grunts, throat clearing, contractions of the abdomen or diaphragm)
People can hold off these symptoms for a short period of time, but they feel a sense of relief when they carry out these movements. Patients typically describe them as responding to an inner urge and may have abnormal sensations in the area of the tic prior to the tic occurring.
Tics may continue during all stages of sleep. They may get worse with:
Excitement Fatigue Heat Stress