This table lists symptoms that people with this disease may have. For most diseases, symptoms will vary from person to person. People with the same disease may not have all the symptoms listed. This information comes from a database called the Human Phenotype Ontology (HPO) . The HPO collects information on symptoms that have been described in medical resources. The HPO is updated regularly. Use the HPO ID to access more in-depth information about a symptom.
| Medical Terms | Other Names | Learn More: HPO ID |
|---|---|---|
| 5%-29% of people have these symptoms | ||
| Motor delay | 0001270 | |
|
Involuntary muscle stiffness, contraction, or spasm
|
0001257 | |
| Percent of people who have these symptoms is not available through HPO | ||
| 0001251 | ||
| 0000007 | ||
| Chorea | 0002072 | |
| Craniofacial |
Abnormal craniofacial muscle tone
|
0012179 |
|
Difficulty articulating speech
|
0001260 | |
| Dyskinesia |
Disorder of involuntary muscle movements
|
0100660 |
|
Poor swallowing
Swallowing difficulties
Swallowing difficulty
[ more ]
|
0002015 | |
| Gait disturbance |
Abnormal gait
Abnormal walk
Impaired gait
[ more ]
|
0001288 |
| Hyperreflexia |
Increased reflexes
|
0001347 |
| Myoclonus | 0001336 | |
|
Involuntary, rapid, rhythmic eye movements
|
0000639 | |
| Optic atrophy | 0000648 | |
| Progressive |
Worsens with time
|
0003676 |
| 0003828 | ||
| Visual impairment |
Impaired vision
Loss of eyesight
Poor vision
[ more ]
|
0000505 |
Making a diagnosis for a genetic or rare disease can often be challenging. Healthcare professionals typically look at a person’s medical history, symptoms, physical exam, and laboratory test results in order to make a diagnosis. The following resources provide information relating to diagnosis and testing for this condition. If you have questions about getting a diagnosis, you should contact a healthcare professional.
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