Palatal myoclonus is an involuntary rhythmic contractions of the soft palate. The contractions are very rapid as in this example and occur as in this video up to 150 times a minute. The etiology of this condition is not fully understood. For more information go to: http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/myoclonus/detail_myoclonus.htm
Submitted by Dr Sudhakar Vaidya Associate Professor ENT; Dr G.Vyas ,Professor and Head ,Medicine; and Dr V K Rawat, Assistant Professor, Medicine, RD Gardi Medical College, Ujjain, MP (India).
Consultation with a medical doctor for an accurate diagnosis and
discussion of risks and complications is needed in order to
determine the best treatment options for a patient's condition.
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