Quick Facts about X-linked Dystonia-parkinsonism
- X-linked dystonia-parkinsonism (XDP) is a genetic form of dystonia that includes symptoms of both dystonia and parkinsonism.
- XDP affects males of Filipino descent almost exclusively.
- It is one of the very few degenerative dystonia syndromes
- Treatment may include physical therapy, oral medications, and botulinum toxin injections.
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