Chorea is an involuntary movement disorder caused due to varied causes such as Huntington's disease (a progressive and hereditary movement disorder of adults), Sydenham's chorea..
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Chorea can be caused in several other conditions as well such as Sydenham’s chorea (a complication of rheumatic fever), drugs (levodopa, anti-convulsants,..
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The word chorea is derived from the Latin word ‘choreus’, which means dancing. Chorea is a neurological disorder which causes abnormal involuntary..
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The prognosis for individuals with chorea varies depending on the type of chorea and the associated disease. Huntington's disease is a progressive, and ultimately,..
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A doctor can diagnose these birthmarks by looking at them. When strawberry hemangiomas or port-wine stains are located in an area that could affect organs beneath them or near them, the doctor..
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Salmon patches fade and have no associated problems. The majority of strawberry hemangiomas eventually disappear with no associated problems, although approximately 10% of people affected are..
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Your doctor will review your personal risk factors for atherosclerosis and your family history. Your doctor will ask if you or any family members have heart disease, high cholesterol, diabetes,..
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In most people with peripheral arterial disease, leg symptoms remain stable. About 10% to 15% of patients improve, and about 15% to 20% get worse. The outlook is better for people who are able..
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There is no one standard treatment for chorea as the causes are varied. Treatment is started based on the type of chorea and the associated disease and most..
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Chorea can happen to adults and children. According to a recent study, Sydenham’s chorea is the commonest cause of chorea in children..
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