Major Symptoms Of Huntington's Disease

Dystonia

Dystonia is one of the more painful and frustrating symptoms of Huntington's disease. The term again refers to uncontrolled movements and, specifically, painful muscle spasms and cramps. These spasms can occur throughout the body or be centralized. Sometimes, the body may also twist and contort itself into unusual and painful positions, such as craning the neck or turning the feet inwards. The most common indicator of dystonia in Huntington's disease patients, though, is involuntary tremors. This can affect any area of the body, but it is common to see the head appear to rattle. These symptoms can be continuous or sporadic, and certain activities and stress can act as triggers. Though treatment can relieve symptoms, dystonia is a lifelong problem.