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What Causes Complex Vocal Tics Along With Severe Stress?
I am 55 year old female and have had complex vocal tics for about 15 years now. I have a long history of taking antidepressants and antianxiety meds (for chronic depression and anxiety). I am currently on Sertraline (200 mg daily), Buproprion and a low dose (2mg) of diazepam. I thought about the possibility of Tourette s but it sounds like that has to begin during childhood. Any ideas of what is going on? It has gotten worse lately with increased stress, so that is definitely a factor.
Wed, 28 Feb 2018
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How come you know your problem that is vocal tics? Please share your symptoms of the disease, then will come to a conclusion. It may be vocal nodules or largest nerve palsy or laryngitis or gastroesophageal reflux with larynx aspiration etcetera. Please consult your ENT or neuro physician they will examine and treat you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Kathy Robinson
How come you know your problem that is vocal tics? Please share your symptoms of the disease, then will come to a conclusion. It may be vocal nodules or largest nerve palsy or laryngitis or gastroesophageal reflux with larynx aspiration etcetera. Please consult your ENT or neuro physician they will examine and treat you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Kathy Robinson
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