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Causes Of Tic During Sleep
Prevention
There is no way to prevent motor or vocal tics unless the tic was brought on by the use of stimulant drugs, in which case stopping the drug may get rid of the tic.
Treatment
Your physician will look for and treat any potential cause of a tic disorder. Mild tics do not require treatment unless they are socially embarrassing or interfere with your life. Emotional support may be important for children who feel that they are different, and psychological counseling may be helpful.
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Transient tic disorder
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Transient tic disorder is a temporary condition in which a person makes one or many brief, repeated, difficult to control movements or noises... Read more »
Tic Douloureux
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
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Facial tics
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Chronic motor tic disorder
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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