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How can i treat motor tics?

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Dr. Jay Park answered

Depends: Drug treatment should not be used unless tics disturb one's life. It should be noted that tics are not a sign of progressive neurologic or mental illness.

Dr Cordero agreed

Answered 2/8/2017

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