About Chorea-Acanthocytosis

Choreoacanthocytosis, also known as chorea-acanthocytosis, is related to lingual-facial-buccal dyskinesia and oromandibular dystonia, and has symptoms including seizures, personality changes and recurrent muscle twitches (symptom). An important gene associated with Choreoacanthocytosis is VPS13A (Vacuolar Protein Sorting 13 Homolog A), and among its related pathways/superpathways is superpathway of coenzyme A biosynthesis III (mammals). Affiliated tissues include tongue, skin and brain, and related phenotypes are chorea and myopathy

Major Symptoms of Chorea-Acanthocytosis

Chorea-acanthocytosis is a movement disorder characterized by involuntary movements of the face, tongue, and limbs. The major symptoms include rapidly moving tongue, tongue outstretching, and stiffness of the limbs.

Suitable Lifestyle for People with Chorea-Acanthocytosis

Suitable lifestyle options for people with Chorea-acanthocytosis include:

1. Maintain physical activity: This disease usually affects exercise ability, so patients should try to maintain physical activity, such as walking, jogging, swimming, etc.

2. Avoid infection: Chorea-acanthocytosis is easily complicated by oral, skin and eye infections, so patients should pay attention to daily protection, such as washing hands frequently and wearing masks.

3. Eat a reasonable diet: Patients need to consume enough protein, vitamins and minerals to maintain good health. At the same time, high-calorie and high-fat foods, such as desserts and fried foods, should be avoided.

4. Maintain mental health: Chorea-acanthocytosis may cause patients to suffer from depression, anxiety and other emotional problems, so patients should try to maintain mental health, such as participating in psychotherapy, communicating with relatives and friends, etc.

5. Follow medical advice: Patients should receive treatment under the guidance of a doctor, and carry out medication, regular review, etc. in accordance with the doctor's orders.

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