Tourette’s device tested by Lewis Capaldi reduces tics in trial
A trial of 121 people finds they experienced, on average, a reduction in tic frequency of 25%. Source link
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‘I had to pay for Tourette’s diagnosis’
Edie Pilkington, 16, says it was a relief to have the condition confirmed by a private consultant. Source link
Teen’s life ‘on hold’ after developing Tourette’s
A teenager’s life has been put “on hold” since she began developing Tourette’s syndrome this year. Megan Jones from Carmarthenshire began experiencing head jerks in February, which she said could be set off by things like bugs. Since then the 17-year-old’s condition has progressed to more physical and vocal tics, including swearing and seizures. She … Read more
‘I’m not a bad child, I just have Tourette’s’
Deaglan McCallion is 10 years old and has Tourette’s Syndrome. He said: “When I was younger I noticed I was making a lot of noises and shouting out a bunch of words and thumping my chest. “I just want people to know that I’m not a bad child, I just have Tourette’s and can’t hold … Read more
Strep Throat Doesn’t Worsen Tourette’s, May Affect ADHD
By Robert PreidtHealthDay Reporter TUESDAY, March 2, 2021 (HealthDay News) — Strep throat doesn’t appear to aggravate Tourette syndrome and other chronic tic disorders in youngsters, according to a new study. But it did find an association between strep infection and increased hyperactivity and impulsiveness among kids with ADHD. People with chronic tic disorders have … Read more