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A Patient Has Damage to the Basal Ganglia, Particularly Within

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A patient has damage to the basal ganglia, particularly within the striatum, and demonstrates both chorea and hyperkinesia. What is your diagnosis?


Definitions:

Neurotransmitter

Chemical substances in the nervous system that transmit signals between neurons.

Dopamine

A neurotransmitter involved in a number of functions, including mood, sleep, learning, and the reward system, often linked to feelings of pleasure and satisfaction.

Parkinsonism

A syndrome characterized by tremor, bradykinesia, rigidity, and postural instability, often associated with Parkinson's disease but can be caused by other conditions as well.

Muscular Rigidity

An increased tone of muscle tissue leading to stiffness and resistance to movement.

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