Alcohol-Sensitive Generalized Dystonia

Clin Neuropharmacol. 2017 Jan/Feb;40(1):48-49. doi: 10.1097/WNF.0000000000000199.

Abstract

We report the case of a 29-year-old male patient with a generalized and progressive dystonia that led him unable to stand. Multiple antidystonic treatments were tried without benefit. Alcohol test was positive with a dramatic improvement. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first reported case of generalized dystonia without other clinical manifestations sensitive to alcohol.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Alcohols / adverse effects*
  • Central Nervous System Depressants / adverse effects*
  • Dystonic Disorders / chemically induced*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Severity of Illness Index

Substances

  • Alcohols
  • Central Nervous System Depressants