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Tourette syndrome
A neurologic disorder, mostly in children, that causes "tics"--involuntary, unusual movements, words, or sounds.
Dr. Geoffreysss Rutledgeee reviewed this
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Baby 0-2 | Common | ||||
Toddler 3-5 | Common | ||||
Preteen 6-13 | Very common | ||||
Teenager 14-18 | Very common | ||||
Young adult 19-40 | Very common | ||||
Middle-aged adult 41-60 | Common | ||||
Senior 60+ | Common |
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