What is Chorea?
Chorea is a movement disorder where a person makes sudden, random, and involuntary movements — kind of like little twitches or dance-like motions that they can’t control. The word "chorea" actually comes from the Greek word for "dance."
What body parts can be affected by Chorea?
These movements can happen in the face, hands, feet, or even the whole body, and they tend to look flowing and unpredictable rather than jerky or stiff. Sometimes it’s mild (like a hand flicking) and sometimes it’s big enough to make walking or talking hard.
What are few medical conditions where Chorea is seen?
Chorea is seen in a bunch of conditions, like:
* Huntington’s disease (a genetic brain disorder)
* Sydenham’s chorea (linked to rheumatic fever after strep infections)
* Side effects from certain medications
* Autoimmune diseases like lupus
Treatment Options for Chorea
There are treatments depending on the cause — things like medications to calm down the movements or treat the underlying disease.
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FAQs
What is the difference between a migraine and a tension headache?
Migraines are severe headaches often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light and sound, typically affecting one side of the head. Tension headaches cause a dull, aching pain around the forehead or back of the neck and head without the additional symptoms of migraines.
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Alzheimer's is diagnosed using a combination of cognitive assessments, brain imaging (such as MRI or CT scans), blood tests to rule out other conditions, and a neurological exam to assess brain function and symptoms.
What treatment options are available for stroke patients at your Stroke Clinic?
Treatment options include thrombolytic medications (to dissolve clots), endovascular procedures (to remove clots or repair ruptured vessels), blood-thinning medications, and rehabilitation therapy to help patients regain mobility, strength, and cognitive abilities.
What are the early signs of cognitive and memory disorders, such as dementia or Alzheimer’s disease?
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What causes vertigo, and how is it treated?
Vertigo can be caused by inner ear issues, such as benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), Meniere’s disease, or vestibular neuritis. Treatment often includes vestibular rehabilitation exercises, medications to reduce dizziness, and in some cases, procedures to reposition inner ear particles.
How can I manage chronic migraines?
Chronic migraines can be managed with prescription medications like triptans, Botox injections, lifestyle changes (avoiding triggers, improving sleep), stress management techniques, and preventive medications to reduce frequency.
What is the process for diagnosing Multiple Sclerosis (MS)?
MS is diagnosed through a neurological exam, MRI to detect lesions in the brain and spinal cord, lumbar puncture (spinal tap) to check for abnormal immune activity in the cerebrospinal fluid, and evoked potentials to measure nerve function.
What types of headaches do you treat at the Headache & Migraine Clinic?
The clinic treats various types of headaches, including migraines, tension headaches, cluster headaches, and chronic daily headaches caused by medication overuse or other factors.
What therapies are offered for patients recovering from a stroke?
Stroke recovery includes physical, occupational, and speech therapy to improve strength, coordination, communication, and daily functioning. Medications and lifestyle changes are also incorporated into long-term recovery plans.
How is Bell’s palsy treated, and how long does recovery take?
Treatment for Bell’s palsy often includes corticosteroids to reduce nerve inflammation, antiviral medications if a viral infection is suspected, physical therapy to restore muscle function, and eye protection to prevent damage. Most people recover fully within a few weeks to months.