Digital Tools to Detect Tardive Dyskinesia
Accurate and early diagnosis of tardive dyskinesia (TD), a serious movement disorder typically caused by exposure to antipsychotic medications, is imperative for long-term management. “Keeping an eye on things and recognizing it early allows for potential interventions that will prevent it from being permanent or chronic,” said Tsao-Wei Liang, MD, of Thomas Jefferson University in […]
Deep Brain Stimulation for Tardive Dyskinesia
Tardive dyskinesia (TD) can be addressed by the right intervention even in severe, refractory cases. These cases, characterized by involuntary muscle movements, are most often caused by antipsychotics, and addressing them often involves discontinuing use of the drug. Treatment with VMAT2 inhibitors like valbenazine (Ingrezza) and deutetrabenazine (Austedo) also is an option. In rare cases […]
How Is Tardive Dyskinesia (TD) Diagnosed? Symptoms, Treatment, Causes
Tardive dyskinesia (TD) is mainly diagnosed based on characteristic signs and symptoms and medical history. Tardive dyskinesia (TD) is mainly diagnosed based on characteristic signs and symptoms and medical history. There is no specific test to confirm TD. Typically, symptoms should go away after six months or more of stopping the culprit medications (dopamine receptor […]