Respiratory dyskinesia: review and case reports

Area of Science:

• Neurology
• Respiratory Medicine

Background:

• Tardive dyskinesia is a neurological disorder characterized by involuntary movements.
• Respiratory dyskinesia represents the underrecognized respiratory symptoms associated with tardive dyskinesia.

Observation:

• The current literature on respiratory dyskinesia is limited.
• Two novel cases of respiratory dyskinesia are presented.
• Clinical recognition of respiratory dyskinesia is infrequent.

Findings:

• Respiratory dyskinesia is often misdiagnosed as other medical conditions.
• The clinical presentation of respiratory dyskinesia can be subtle and easily missed.

Implications:

• Improved diagnostic criteria and awareness are crucial for accurate identification.
• Further research is warranted to elucidate the pathophysiology and treatment of respiratory dyskinesia.
• Distinguishing respiratory dyskinesia from other respiratory disorders is essential for appropriate patient management.