(kô-rē′ə, kō-, kə-) Any of various disorders of the nervous system marked by involuntary, jerky movements, especially of the arms, legs, and face, and by incoordination.

What is the meaning of the word chorea?

Chorea is a movement disorder that causes involuntary, irregular, unpredictable muscle movements. The disorder can make you look like you're dancing (the word chorea comes from the Greek word for “dance”) or look restless or fidgety.

What are Choreoathetoid movements?

Choreoathetosis is a movement disorder that is usually a symptom of another underlying cause. It causes involuntary movements throughout the body. Choreoathetosis combines the symptoms of two other conditions: chorea and athetosis. Someone can experience chorea or athetosis separately or at the same time.