CLINICAL MEDICINE

MEDICINE

NEUROLOGY

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A pateint presenting with motor restlessness with constant semi-purpose full movements of lower legs called as
A
Astrixix
B
Akathisia
C
Chorea
D
Hemiblassimus
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Akathisia is defined as an inability to remain still. It is a neuropsychiatric syndrome that is associated with psychomotor restlessness. The individual with akathisia will generally experience an intense sensation of unease or an inner restlessness that usually involves the lower extremities.

Detailed explanation-2: -Akathisia is an inability to remain physically still. It’s a movement disorder that’s linked to certain types of medications, especially antipsychotic medications. People with akathisia feel an intense and uncontrollable need to move-mainly, their lower body.

Detailed explanation-3: -Tardive dyskinesia usually involves involuntary repetitive movements of the face, mouth, fingers, or arms. Akathisia is an internal sense of restlessness, which may result in movement such as rocking back and forth or excessive pacing.

Detailed explanation-4: -Akathisia is a movement disorder that makes it hard for you to stay still. It causes an urge to move that you can’t control. You might need to fidget all the time, walk in place, or cross and uncross your legs. Usually, akathisia is a side effect of antipsychotic drugs.

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