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- Dysautonomia is a term for a group of diseases that include postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS), multiple system atrophy, autonomic failure, and autonomic neuropathy. In these conditions the autonomic nervous system (ANS) does not work properly.
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Autonomic Dysfunction Autonomic dysfunction develops when the nerves of the ANS are damaged. This condition is also called autonomic neuropathy or dysautonomia. Autonomic dysfunction can range from mild to life-threatening. It can affect part of the ANS or the entire ANS.
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- Definition of DYSTONIA. : any of various conditions (as Parkinson's disease and torticollis) characterized by abnormalities of movement and muscle tone. — dys·ton·ic \-ˈtae-ˈtä\ nik. adjective any of various conditions (as Parkinson's disease and torticollis) characterized by abnormalities of movement and muscle tone. — dys·ton·ic \-ˈtae-ˈtä\ nik. adjective
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- Check your grammar now! : a muscular disorder that is characterized by dystrophic muscle weakness and myotonia affecting multiple bodily systems and that is caused by an abnormally high number of repeats of a codon in the genetic material.
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dyskinesia [dis′kinē′zhə] Etymology: Gk, dys + kinesis, movement. an impairment of the ability to execute voluntary movements. Tardive dyskinesia is caused by an adverse effect of prolonged use of phenothiazine medications in elderly patients or persons with brain injuries. See also tardive dyskinesia. dyskinetic [-et′ik] , adj.
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- Practice Essentials. The essential feature of body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) is preoccupation with an imagined defect in appearance or disproportionate concern with a slight physical anomaly.By definition, BDD causes significant distress or impairment in important areas of functioning.ody dysmorphic disorder (BDD)—formerly referred to as dysmorphophobia, dysmorphic syndrome, dermatologic hypochondriasis, or dermatologic nondisease in various contexts—is a relatively common and often severe psychiatric illness that is likely underrecognized and underreported.
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Autonomic Nerve Disorders Autonomic nerve disorders (dysautonomia) refer to disorders of autonomic nervous system (ANS) function. Dysautonomia is a general term used to describe a breakdown or abnormal function of the ANS.utonomic dysfunction can occur as a secondary condition of another disease process, like diabetes, or as a primary disorder where the autonomic nervous system is the only system impacted. These conditions are often misdiagnosed. Over one million Americans are impacted by a primary autonomic system disorder.
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Dyspepsia Definition, Dyspepsia Symptoms and Treatment Dyspepsia definition can be different from different aspects. Dyspepsia is a functional disease which means no physical and visual problem can be seen through x-ray or other tests. Dyspepsia is a painful and difficult digestion which is followed by problems like nausea, vomiting, heartburn and stomach discomfort.
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Hypertonia Hypertonia: Abnormally increased muscle tone or strength. Hypertonia: Abnormal increase in skeletal or smooth muscle tone. Skeletal muscle hypertonicity may be associated with PYRAMIDAL TRACT lesions or BASAL GANGLIA DISEASES. Hypertonia: abnormal increase in skeletal or smooth muscle tone; skeletal muscle hypertonicity may be associated with pyramidal tract lesions or basal ganglia diseases.
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- dyskinesia definition. April 9, 2017 AZ Dictionary. noun: An impairment in capacity to manage motions, described as spasmodic or repetitive motions or lack of control. impairment of voluntary moves leading to disconnected or jerky movements. an abnormality in performing voluntary muscle mass moves. In pathology, damaged power of voluntary movement.
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- (July 2015). Dysautonomia (or autonomic dysfunction, autonomic neuropathy) is an umbrella term for various conditions in which the autonomic nervous system (ANS) does not work correctly.ysautonomia may be experienced in a number of ways, depending on the organ system involved, for example difficulty adapting to changes in posture, or digestive symptoms.
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What Is Multiple System Atrophy? Symptoms and Signs of Dysautonomia (MSA-A) Dysautonomia refers to a disturbance of the autonomic nervous system, the nerve pathways which regulate unconscious bodily functions including heart rate, blood pressure, digestion, salivation, perspiration, micturition (release of urine), and some sexual functions.
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- Definition and causes of Dystonia. Dystonia means wrong tension (dys = wrong tonus = tension) and is a state of sustained muscle contractions in certain muscle groups or repetitive, involuntary movements with painful spasms and fixed postures. It can lead to an abnormal body position and problems with walking or performing other voluntary movements.
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- (Redirected from Autonomic nervous system diseases) Dysautonomia is a term for a group of diseases that include postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS), multiple system atrophy, autonomic failure, and autonomic neuropathy. In these conditions the autonomic nervous system (ANS) does not work properly.
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What is Dystonia? Dystonia is a neurological movement disorder in which sustained muscle contractions cause twisting and repetitive movements or abnormal postures.The movements may resemble a tremor. Dystonia is often initiated or worsened by voluntary movements, and symptoms may “overflow” into adjacent muscles.ystonia is classified by: 1. Clinical characteristics such as age of onset, body distribution, nature of the symptoms, and associated features such as additional movement disorders or neurological symptoms, and 2. Cause (which includes changes or damage to the nervous system and inheritance).
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Familial dysautonomia In many cases treatment of primary dysautonomia is symptomatic and supportive. Measures to combat orthostatic hypotension include elevation of the head of the bed, frequent small meals, a high-salt diet, and drugs such as fludrocortisone, midodrine, and ephedrine.atients with chronic, progressive, generalized dysautonomia in the setting of central nervous system degeneration have a generally poor long-term prognosis. Death can occur from pneumonia, acute respiratory failure, or sudden cardiopulmonary arrest in such patients.
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dystonia British Dictionary definitions for dystonia Expand. /dɪsˈtəʊnɪə/. noun. 1. a neurological disorder, caused by disease of the basal ganglia, in which the muscles of the trunk, shoulders, and neck go into spasm, so that the head and limbs are held in unnatural positions.
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- Dysdiadochokinesia, dysdiadochokinesis, dysdiadokokinesia, dysdiadokokinesis (from Greek δυς dys bad, διάδοχος diadochos succeeding, κίνησις kinesis movement), often abbreviated as DDK, is the medical term for an impaired ability to perform rapid, alternating movements (i.e. diadochokinesia).
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Persistent Depressive Disorder (Dysthymia) Definition. Dysthymia is a serious and disabling disorder that shares many symptoms with other forms of clinical depression. It is generally experienced as a less severe but more chronic form of major depression.
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dyspepsia dyspepsia - a disorder of digestive function characterized by discomfort or heartburn or nausea. indigestion, stomach upset, upset stomach. symptom - (medicine) any sensation or change in bodily function that is experienced by a patient and is associated with a particular disease. bellyache, gastralgia, stomach ache, stomachache - an ache localized in the stomach or abdominal region. Translations.
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hypomimia A definition of the medical term hypomimia is presented. Hypomimia refers to a reduction in the expressiveness of the face, as occurs in patients with Parkinson's disease. It is marked by diminished animation and movement of the facial muscles. The definition is from the Taber's Cyclopedic Medical Dictionary, published by F.A. Davis Co.
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- July is the hottest month in San Sebastian with an average temperature of 21°C (69°F) and the coldest is January at 9°C (47°F) with the most daily sunshine hours at 13 in June.The wettest month is April with an average of 190mm of rain.an Sebastian: Annual Weather Averages. July is the hottest month in San Sebastian with an average temperature of 21°C (69°F) and the coldest is January at 9°C (47°F) with the most daily sunshine hours at 13 in June. The wettest month is April with an average of 190mm of rain.
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A to Z List of Neurological Disorders Several common conditions such as diabetes and alcoholism can include dysautonomia. Dysautonomia also can occur as a primary condition or in association with degenerative neurological diseases such as Parkinson's disease.atients with chronic, progressive, generalized dysautonomia in the setting of central nervous system degeneration have a generally poor long-term prognosis. Death can occur from pneumonia, acute respiratory failure, or sudden cardiopulmonary arrest in such patients.
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Dyscrasia Dyscrasia (or dyskrasia) is a concept from ancient Greek medicine, meaning bad mixture. The concept of dyscrasia was developed by the Greek physician Galen (129–216 AD), who elaborated a model of health and disease as a structure of elements, qualities, humors, organs, and temperaments.
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Dystonia: Causes, Types, Symptoms, and Treatments Dystonia is a movement disorder in which a person's muscles contract uncontrollably. The contraction causes the affected body part to twist involuntarily, resulting in repetitive movements or abnormal postures. Dystonia can affect one muscle, a muscle group, or the entire body.
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Dyskinesia Dyskinesia refers to a category of movement disorders that are characterized by involuntary muscle movements, including movements similar to tics or chorea and diminished voluntary movements.