Transient Tic Disorder: Diagnosis & Tests (Motor Twitches, Motor Tics, Vocal Tics)

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Transient Tic Disorder

Alternate Names : Motor Twitches, Motor Tics, Vocal Tics

Transient Tic Disorder | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring

How is the condition diagnosed?

The diagnosis of transient tic disorder is made when a person experiences the symptoms. The tic must occur every day for at least 4 weeks for the diagnosis to be made. Physical causes of tics should be ruled out.

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Author: Tim Allen, MD
Reviewer: Gail Hendrickson, RN, BS
Date Reviewed: 07/13/01

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