Depending on the cause, some chorea symptoms disappear on their own without any treatment. Symptoms that are extremely mild may not require any treatment either, though your doctor will probably want to monitor your child to assure symptoms don't increase, and if they do, to treat them.
For chorea symptoms that do require care, your neurology team will work with you to develop a treatment plan that addresses your child's medical, physical, mental and emotional needs. This may include:
The treatment plan supports the family as well. Our team works with your child's loved ones and caregivers to help them gain the most progress possible in a supportive environment, both here at Cook Children's and at home.