What is Tourette’s Syndrome A condition that Lewis Capaldi suffers from and caused him to have a seizure in the middle of a concert

This week the singer Lewis Kapaldi is on tour in some European countries, and one of his last shows He left her an unforgettable experience that I will carry in my heart forever.

Last Tuesday he sang in the Mercedes-Benz Arena in Berlin, a scenario that witnessed the love, empathy and “comradeship” of the fans from this British artist, known for songs like Someone you loved, Before you go, forget me among other things.

As he was about to finish his concert, he was surprised by a series of tics in his body, strange movements that he could not control and that prevented him from continuing smoothly with the performance of his greatest hit Someone you loved.

Despite the fear that this live crisis could represent, his love fans they did not remain silent and sang to him at the top of their voices.

But what caused these involuntary movements? In a video posted on his social networks, he indicated that he Tourette syndrome.

“It’s not a problem at all for me. I’m all right. This only happens when I’m tired, nervous, or excited. Then it gets more intense.” explained the singer, who claimed the spam was because he was excited to sing in front of more than 15,000 people.

What is Tourette Syndrome?

Gilles de la Tourette syndrome is a nervous system disorder that first manifests in childhood or adolescence, before the age of 18.

The affected person may make involuntary movements such as blinking, contracting the nose, making faces. Other tics of the neck, trunk and extremities can be added.

You may also exhibit vocal tics such as throat clearing, growling, repeating words, yelling, barking, and even suddenly saying rude words.

It can also occur with other problems, such as: attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, anxiety, and depression.

According to the tourette.org page, men are affected 3 to 4 times more than women. “Most people with TS and other tic disorders can lead productive lives. There are no barriers to your achievements in personal and professional life.” secure this portal.

The Center for Disease Control and Prevention states that there is no cure for this syndrome, but there are behavioral treatments that help control tics, as well as medications.