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What is the definition or description of: dyskinesia?
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Involuntary movement: Dyskinesia refers to a group of involuntary movements which are usually uncoordinated and often spasmodic. These are neurological problems. Examples are tardive dyskinesia and Huntington's Chorea. There are many causes including side effects of some drugs, genetic, or the sequelae of infection or injury to the CNS.
Answered 12/17/2016
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