What does dyskinesia mean?
Definitions for dyskinesia
ˌdɪs kɪˈni ʒə, -ʒi ə, -zi ə, -kaɪ-dysk·i·ne·si·a
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Princeton's WordNet
dyskinesianoun
abnormality in performing voluntary muscle movements
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dyskinesianoun
impairment of voluntary movements resulting in fragmented or jerky motions
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dyskinesia
Dyskinesia is a medical term that refers to involuntary, erratic, and often uncontrollable movements of the body or facial muscles, such as jerking, twitching, fidgeting, or twisting. It's often a symptom of several neurological disorders including Parkinson's disease, cerebral palsy, or as a side effect of certain medications.
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Dyskinesia
Dyskinesia is a movement disorder which consists of adverse effects including diminished voluntary movements and the presence of involuntary movements, similar to tics or chorea. Dyskinesia can be anything from a slight tremor of the hands to uncontrollable movement of, most commonly, the upper body but can also be seen in the lower extremities. Discoordination can also occur internally especially with the respiratory muscles and it often goes unrecognized. Dyskinesia is a symptom of several medical disorders and is distinguished by the underlying cause.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of dyskinesia in Chaldean Numerology is: 8
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of dyskinesia in Pythagorean Numerology is: 8
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