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What can exacerbate dystonia symptoms?

  • Drinking alcohol
  • Eating certain foods
  • Physical activity (correct)
  • Mental activity

What is dystonia?

  • A cardiovascular disorder characterized by irregular heartbeats
  • A respiratory disorder characterized by difficulty breathing
  • A psychological disorder characterized by hallucinations and delusions
  • A neurological disorder characterized by muscle contractions resulting in twisting and repetitive movements or abnormal fixed postures (correct)

What are the treatment options for dystonia?

  • Oral medications, chemodenervation botulinum neurotoxin injections, physical therapy, or other supportive therapies, and surgical procedures such as deep brain stimulation (correct)
  • Acupuncture, massage therapy, and homeopathy
  • Hypnosis and aromatherapy
  • None of the above

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