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5 complications of living with tardive dyskinesia

Written by Jameson Kowalczyk. Medically reviewed in January 2025 by Mark Arredondo, MD.

Updated on October 22, 2024

Anyone who is diagnosed with tardive dyskinesia or is experiencing involuntary movement symptoms should be aware of these potential complications.

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