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Tourrette Syndrome
Were you looking for information about Tourette Syndrome? Tourrette syndrome is a common misspelling of Tourette syndrome.
As a neurological disorder, Tourette syndrome results in repetitive involuntary movements and vocalizations (known as tics). It is estimated that 200,000 Americans have the most severe form of the condition, and as many as 1 in 100 exhibit milder and less complex symptoms, such as chronic motor or vocal tics. Possible symptoms of this condition can include repetitive throat-clearing, facial grimacing, and grunting. In some cases, medications may help treat certain behavioral conditions caused by Tourette syndrome.
(Click Tourette Syndrome for more detail on possible risk factors and symptoms of this type of neurological disorder, as well as information on how it is diagnosed. You can also click any of the links in the box to the right for specific information.)
Written by/reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD