dyskinesia
Definition
- Noun:
- A medical condition characterized by abnormality in performing voluntary muscle movements: Dyskinesia refers to involuntary, uncontrollable, and often repetitive movements that are not part of a person's intended actions. It is a symptom of various neurological disorders or a side effect of certain medications.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The patient's Parkinson's disease medication caused severe dyskinesia, making it difficult for him to sit still.
- Tardive dyskinesia is a potential side effect of long-term use of antipsychotic drugs.
- The neurologist assessed the severity of the dyskinesia in her arms and face.
Advanced Usage
"Tardive dyskinesia": A specific, often irreversible form of dyskinesia caused by long-term use of neuroleptic medications.
- After years on the medication, the patient developed tardive dyskinesia, characterized by grimacing and tongue protrusion.
"Paroxysmal dyskinesia": Refers to dyskinesia that occurs in sudden, episodic attacks.
- He was diagnosed with paroxysmal kinesigenic dyskinesia, where sudden movements trigger brief episodes of uncontrollable shaking.
Variants and Related Words
- Dyskinetic (adj): Relating to or suffering from dyskinesia.
- The dyskinetic movements were most prominent in his upper body.
Synonyms
- Involuntary movement: A general term for unintended muscle activity.
- Hyperkinesia: Excessive movement or activity, which can overlap with dyskinesia.
Related Phrases
- Drug-induced dyskinesia: Dyskinesia specifically caused as an adverse effect of medication.
- Managing drug-induced dyskinesia often requires careful adjustment of the dosage.
Related Idioms
(This medical term is not commonly used in idiomatic expressions.)
Noun
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abnormality in performing voluntary muscle movements
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