Catalepsy

Catalepsy
Catalepsy
SpecialtyPsychiatry, Neurology

Catalepsy (from Ancient Greek katálēpsis, κατάληψις, "seizing, grasping") is a neurological condition characterized by muscular rigidity and fixity of posture regardless of external stimuli, as well as decreased sensitivity to pain.

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