| Disease ID | Source | Name | Description |
| 118800 | OMIM | Dystonia 8 (DYT8) | A paroxysmal non-kinesigenic dystonia/dyskinesia. Dystonia is defined by the presence of sustained involuntary muscle contractions, often leading to abnormal postures. Dystonia type 8 is characterized by attacks of involuntary movements brought on by stress, alcohol, fatigue or caffeine. The attacks generally last between a few seconds and four hours or longer. The attacks may begin in one limb and spread throughout the body, including the face. The disease is caused by variants affecting the gene represented in this entry. |