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Jerky movement (dyskinesia) Symptom Report
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Dyskinesia refers to involuntary movements. In Parkinson's disease, these are usually a side effect of dopaminergic drugs at higher doses. At later stages of the disease, maintaining a balance between being in an "on" state during the day, and suffering from dyskinesias, becomes a major focus.
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Symptom Severities
Treatments Patients Take For Jerky movement (dyskinesia)
| Reason | # Patients | Percentage of patients | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amantadine | 1 | 100% |  |
| Atenolol | 1 | 100% | |