myoclonus (Meaning)
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myoclonus (n)
a clonic spasm of a muscle or muscle group
Synonyms & Antonyms of myoclonus
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myoclonus Sentence Examples
- The patient exhibited sudden, brief involuntary muscle jerks known as myoclonus.
- Myoclonus is a movement disorder characterized by involuntary muscle twitches or spasms.
- Certain medications can induce myoclonus as a side effect.
- The cause of myoclonus is often unknown, but can be related to neurological conditions.
- Myoclonus can range from mild and barely noticeable to severe and debilitating.
- Palatal myoclonus affects the muscles of the soft palate, causing repetitive rhythmic contractions.
- The treatment for myoclonus depends on the underlying cause and severity of the symptoms.
- Myoclonus can be a symptom of epilepsy and may require anticonvulsant therapy.
- The myoclonus in her arm made it difficult for her to write or manipulate objects.
- Functional myoclonus refers to involuntary muscle movements that are not due to any underlying neurological pathology.
FAQs About the word myoclonus
a clonic spasm of a muscle or muscle group
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The patient exhibited sudden, brief involuntary muscle jerks known as myoclonus.
Myoclonus is a movement disorder characterized by involuntary muscle twitches or spasms.
Certain medications can induce myoclonus as a side effect.
The cause of myoclonus is often unknown, but can be related to neurological conditions.
