Vital
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Basic synonyms

• hyperexplexia
• genetic hyperekplexia
• startle syndrome
• familial startle illness

Problem Class

• None

General Discussion
Recap
Hyperekplexia is a rare genetic, neurological problem that could impact infants as newborns (neonatal) or prior to birth (in utero). It could also impact children and also adults. People with this condition have a too much startle reaction (eye blinking or body contractions) to sudden unexpected noise, movement, or touch. Symptoms consist of severe muscle strain (tightness or hypertonia) that stop voluntary motion as well as can cause the impacted person to drop stiffly, like a log, without loss of awareness. Overestimation of reflexes (hyperreflexia), and an unpredictable way of walking (gait) could additionally occur. Hyperekplexia is generally acquired as an autosomal leading characteristic, but autosomal recessive or seldom, X-linked inheritance, has likewise been reported.

Introduction
Hyperekplexia is frequently misdiagnosed as a type of epilepsy so the procedure of obtaining an accurate diagnosis might be long term Treatment is reasonably straightforward and also involves the use of anti-anxiety and anti-spastic medicines Physical and also cognitive therapy are additional therapy options.