Alternating hemiplegia of childhood

Alternating hemiplegia of childhood is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.

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Symptoms

Symptoms associated with Alternating hemiplegia of childhood

The following symptoms have been associated with Alternating hemiplegia of childhood in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.

Abdominal distention

Distention of the abdomen....

Digestive

Bilateral tonic-clonic seizure

A bilateral tonic-clonic seizure is a seizure defined by a tonic (bilateral increased tone, lasting seconds to...

Neurological

Constipation

Infrequent or difficult evacuation of feces....

Digestive

Diarrhea

Abnormally increased frequency (usually defined as three or more) loose or watery bowel movements a day....

Digestive

Dysphagia

Difficulty in swallowing....

Digestive, Neurological

Failure to thrive

Failure to thrive (FTT) refers to a child whose physical growth is substantially below the norm....

Growth

Flushing

Recurrent episodes of redness of the skin together with a sensation of warmth or burning of the affected areas...

Dermatologic, Integument

Focal motor seizure

A type of focal-onset seizure characterized by a motor sign as its initial semiological manifestation....

Neurological

Headache

Cephalgia, or pain sensed in various parts of the head, not confined to the area of distribution of any nerve....

Neurological

Seizure

A seizure is an intermittent abnormality of nervous system physiology characterized by a transient occurrence ...

Neurological

Status epilepticus

Status epilepticus is a type of prolonged seizure resulting either from the failure of the mechanisms responsi...

Neurological

Tremor

An unintentional, oscillating to-and-fro muscle movement about a joint axis....

Neurological

Vomiting

Forceful ejection of the contents of the stomach through the mouth by means of a series of involuntary spasmic...

Digestive

Tests

Tests used to investigate Alternating hemiplegia of childhood

Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Alternating hemiplegia of childhood. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.

CBC with Differential

Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...

Sample: Blood

Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)

Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...

Sample: Blood

Urinalysis

Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....

Sample: Urine

Related conditions

Conditions with overlapping symptoms

These conditions share symptoms with Alternating hemiplegia of childhood, which is why a clinical evaluation is important.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Alternating hemiplegia of childhood?

Alternating hemiplegia of childhood is a health condition described in medical literature. Alternating hemiplegia of childhood is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.

What are the symptoms of Alternating hemiplegia of childhood?

Alternating hemiplegia of childhood is associated with 13 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Abdominal distention, Bilateral tonic-clonic seizure, Constipation, Diarrhea, Dysphagia, Failure to thrive. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.

How is Alternating hemiplegia of childhood diagnosed or investigated?

A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Alternating hemiplegia of childhood include CBC with Differential, Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP), Urinalysis. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.

Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?

No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Alternating hemiplegia of childhood, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.

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