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Tics (Habit Spasms)
SYMPTOMS include the sudden, repetitive, brief movements such as shrugging
of the shoulder, twitching at the corner of the mouth or eye, nodding or
shaking of the head and clearing of the throat.
CAUSES are mostly unknown at this time but it is often associated with
encephalitis and psychological mechanisms. Tics may presist into adulthood
but it usually starts about the age of 6 and and disappears around puberty.
TREATMENT. Consult your doctor.