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  Palatal myoclonusDefinitionPalatal myoclonus is a rapid spasm of the muscles in the roof of the mouth, which results in clicking or popping in the ear. It is usually due to lesions on brain nerve pathways.
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8/8/2005 Reviewed By: Kevin Fung, M.D., FRCS(C), Department of Otolaryngology, University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. The information provided herein should not be used during any medical emergency or for the diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. A licensed medical professional should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any and all medical conditions. Call 911 for all medical emergencies. Links to other sites are provided for information only -- they do not constitute endorsements of those other sites. © 1997-
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