Warning Signs Of Niemann-Pick Disease

Dystonia

Dystonia is a disorder that causes a patient's muscles to uncontrollably contract. This contraction makes the affected part of the body twist involuntarily, which in turn leads to abnormal postures or movement repetitions. Dystonia might affect just one muscle, a group of muscles, or the whole body. The condition affects around one percent of the population. While it can exist on its own, it's also associated with Niemann-Pick disease. The symptoms vary from mild to severe. In the early stages, patients may experience cramping in their foot, pulling in the neck, difficulty with speech, uncontrolled blinking, or a 'dragging' in the leg. The symptoms may also worsen with fatigue and stress. Since Niemann-Pick disease patients are often fatigued due to sleep disturbances, the dystonia may worsen.