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Could beta blockers be a potential treatment for tensor tympani myoclonus? i am too sedated from the benzos

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Not really: but other treatments for this relatively rare and extremely bothersome disorder are available. BIOFEEDBACK and ACUPUNCTURE are useful in some patients! Hope this is helpful! Dr Z

Answered 11/5/2017

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