Successful treatment of two cases of rare Movement Disorders

Abstract

Movement disorders can manifest in numerous ways, with symptoms ranging from subtle to disabling. The first step to diagnosis depends critically on an accurate description of the abnormal movement. The neurological examination needs to be tailored to the clinical history in many cases. Paroxysmal movement disorders are another potential pitfall. These can be misdiagnosed as epilepsy despite the absence of any disturbance of awareness. Patients have very little understanding of the condition. We present two patients with rare movement disorders. Right medical intervention, administered at the right time, is the key for effective recovery.