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Myoclonic dystonia or Myoclonus dystonia syndrome is a rare movement disorder that induces spontaneous muscle contraction causing abnormal posture. The prevalence of myoclonus dystonia has not been reported, however, this disorder falls under the umbrella of movement disorders which affect thousands worldwide. [ 1 ]
Myoclonus is a brief, involuntary, irregular (lacking rhythm) twitching of a muscle, a joint, or a group of muscles, different from clonus, which is rhythmic or regular. Myoclonus (myo-"muscle", clonus "spasm") describes a medical sign and, generally, is not a diagnosis of a disease.
A Cochrane review published in 2016 reported moderate-quality evidence that a single Botulinum toxin-B treatment session could improve cervical dystonia symptoms by 10% to 20%, although with an increased risk of dry mouth and swallowing difficulties. [22] Another Cochrane review published in 2020 for Botulinum toxin-A found similar results. [23]
Myoclonic dystonia not linked to SGCE mutations DYT16 612067: PRKRA: 2q31.3 Autosomal recessive young onset dystonia parkinsonism DYT17 612406: unknown, near D20S107 [10] 20p11.2-q13.12 Autosomal recessive dystonia in one family DYT18 612126: SLC2A1: 1p35-p31.3 Paroxysmal exercise-induced dyskinesia DYT19 611031: probably PRRT2: 16q13-q22.1
Late-onset dyskinesia, also known as tardive dyskinesia, occurs after long-term treatment with an antipsychotic drug such as haloperidol (Haldol) or amoxapine (Asendin). The symptoms include tremors and writhing movements of the body and limbs, and abnormal movements in the face, mouth, and tongue – including involuntary lip smacking, repetitive pouting of the lips, and tongue protrusions.
Thus, according to data gathered by the year 2021, the average delay of diagnosis ranged from 8 [1] to 10 [2] years. According to a consensus guideline on BH 4 deficiency published in 2020, if the presence of AD-GTPCHD is suspected, a genetic assessment should be carried out to look for mutations of the GTPCH1 gene. [ 2 ]
Palatal myoclonus is a rare condition in which there are rhythmic jerky movements or a rapid spasm of the palatal (roof of the mouth) muscles. Chronic clonus is often due to lesions of the central tegmental tract (which connects the red nucleus to the ipsilateral inferior olivary nucleus ).
Progressive encephalomyelitis with rigidity and myoclonus, another variant of the condition, [9] includes symptoms of SPS, with brainstem issues, autonomic disturbances, and myoclonus. [17] In some cases, the limbic system is affected, too. Most patients have upper motor neuron issues and autonomic disturbances. [18]