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9 yr old daughter seeing neurologist next week for possible tourettes.has tic tightening arm muscles repeatedly. veins starting to bulge. dangerous?

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Dr. Mohammad Homsi answered

Specializes in Neurology

Tourette syndrome: No, it is not dangerous, TS is common in pediatric age group, it usually starts before age of 18 years , it is treatable using medications that reduce dopamine in the brain.

Answered 11/12/2015

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Dr. Johanna Fricke answered

Specializes in Pediatrics - Developmental and Behavioral

Tourette Syndrome : is a Neurodevelopmental Disorder, the criteria for which are multiple motor tics & at least one vocal tic that have been present for a year, with onset before age 18. To help the pediatric neurologist diagnose your daughter's movement disorder, video some episodes to share during the consultation & list any other changes in her behavior, academics & peer interaction.

Answered 11/12/2015

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