tardive dyskinesia (Meaning)
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tardive dyskinesia (n)
involuntary rolling of the tongue and twitching of the face or trunk or limbs; often occurs in patients with Parkinsonism who are treated with phenothiazine
Synonyms & Antonyms of tardive dyskinesia
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tardive dyskinesia Sentence Examples
- Tardive dyskinesia is a movement disorder characterized by involuntary, repetitive, purposeless movements.
- It is a side effect of long-term use of antipsychotic medications.
- Symptoms of tardive dyskinesia can range from mild to severe.
- Tardive dyskinesia is often irreversible.
- The exact mechanism by which antipsychotics cause tardive dyskinesia is unknown.
- Treatment for tardive dyskinesia is symptomatic and may include medications, behavioral therapy, and lifestyle changes.
- Tardive dyskinesia can significantly impact a person's quality of life.
- The risk of developing tardive dyskinesia increases with the duration and dosage of antipsychotic medication use.
- Tardive dyskinesia is more common in women and the elderly.
- Early detection and intervention are crucial for managing tardive dyskinesia.
FAQs About the word tardive dyskinesia
involuntary rolling of the tongue and twitching of the face or trunk or limbs; often occurs in patients with Parkinsonism who are treated with phenothiazine
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Tardive dyskinesia is a movement disorder characterized by involuntary, repetitive, purposeless movements.
It is a side effect of long-term use of antipsychotic medications.
Symptoms of tardive dyskinesia can range from mild to severe.
Tardive dyskinesia is often irreversible.
