What is another word for spasmodic tic?

Pronunciation: [spazmˈɒdɪk tˈɪk] (IPA)

Spasmodic tic is a medical condition characterized by sudden, involuntary muscle movements. There are several synonyms for the term that describe the same condition. One such synonym is tic douloureux, a condition that affects the trigeminal nerve causing intense facial pain. Another synonym for spasmodic tic is hemifacial spasm, a type of dystonia causing involuntary contractions on one side of the face. Other related conditions include blepharospasm, a condition that causes uncontrollable blinking or twitching of the eyelid, and myoclonus, a sudden, involuntary muscle jerk. While these conditions can be distressing, treatment options are available to help manage symptoms.

What are the hypernyms for Spasmodic tic?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    neurological disorder, Motor Tic Disorder, Nervous System Disorder, physiological disorder, Abnormal body movement, Facial tic disorder.

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