Doctors use coffee to treat boy whose life was ruined by genetic disorder

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Doctors use coffee to treat boy whose life was ruined by genetic disorder
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The boy was able to write in class, walk home from school and ride his bike again after his life was long plagued by involuntary movements.

, at least 400 people have been diagnosed with the disease. However, there are likely more sufferers as the symptoms may be confused for cerebral palsy or epilepsy.

While symptoms are stable in some patients, others will deteriorate until middle age. The symptoms can be exacerbated by stresses on the body such as tiredness and anxiety.. However, French doctors were intrigued when a father and daughter with the disorder claimed they could prevent the unwanted movements by drinking coffee.

The boy struggled with day-to-day activities that require fine motor skills: like writing in class, walking home from school, riding his bike, or taking part in sports.. So doctors prescribed him coffee. First, 1 cup of espresso containing around 100mg of caffeine in the afternoon, and one before bed. After 45 minutes his symptoms disappeared, with the effect lasting seven hours.

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