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Palatal myoclonusDefinitionPalatal myoclonus is a rapid contraction (spasm) of the muscles in the roof of the mouth. CausesIt is usually due to lesions on brain nerve pathways, including multiple sclerosis. Symptoms
ReferencesCummings CW, Flint PW, Haughey BH, et al. Otolaryngology: Head & Neck Surgery. 4th ed. St Louis, Mo; Mosby; 2005. Goetz, CG. Textbook of Clinical Neurology. 2nd ed. St. Louis, Mo: WB Saunders; 2003. Review Date: 10/10/2008
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