Patient's question:
A pair of elderly couple took their granddaughter to see a doctor, diagnosed with Tourette syndrome, want to ask what is Tourette syndrome.Doctor's answer:
Tics disorder primarily occurs during childhood and adolescence. It is a condition characterized by involuntary, repetitive, rapid motor tics or vocal tics. In addition to the above manifestations, some children may also exhibit symptoms such as inattention, hyperactivity, or obsessive-compulsive behaviors, lasting for at least two weeks. If the course of the illness does not exceed one year, it is referred to as transient tic disorder, while chronic tic disorder is defined as lasting for more than one year.