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A tic is a sudden, fast, repeated movement or sound that has no reason or goal. Tics can involve: Excessive blinking. Grimaces of the face. Quick movements of the arms, legs, or other areas. Sounds (grunts, throat clearing, contractions of the abdomen or diaphragm)
Causes of Tics. Causes of Tics. The exact cause of tics is not known, but genetics plays a role. Chemical and structural abnormalities in the brain are found in individuals with tics. List of causes of Tics. Following is a list of causes or underlying conditions (see also Misdiagnosis of underlying causes of Tics) that could possibly cause Tics includes: