Miller Fisher syndrome
Miller Fisher syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
Category: General
Symptoms associated with Miller Fisher syndrome
The following symptoms have been associated with Miller Fisher syndrome in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Blurred vision
Lack of sharpness of vision resulting in the inability to see fine detail....
Bulbar palsy
Bulbar weakness (or bulbar palsy) refers to bilateral impairment of function of the lower cranial nerves IX, X...
Diplopia
Diplopia is a condition in which a single object is perceived as two images, it is also known as double vision...
Dysphagia
Difficulty in swallowing....
External ophthalmoplegia
Paralysis of the external ocular muscles....
Facial palsy
Facial nerve palsy is a dysfunction of cranial nerve VII (the facial nerve) that results in inability to contr...
Fever
Body temperature elevated above the normal range....
Headache
Cephalgia, or pain sensed in various parts of the head, not confined to the area of distribution of any nerve....
Paresthesia
Abnormal sensations such as tingling, pricking, or numbness of the skin with no apparent physical cause....
Reduced consciousness
Abnormally diminished level of attention, responsiveness, or wakefulness....
Vomiting
Forceful ejection of the contents of the stomach through the mouth by means of a series of involuntary spasmic...
Tests used to investigate Miller Fisher syndrome
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Miller Fisher syndrome. 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...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miller Fisher syndrome?
Miller Fisher syndrome is a health condition described in medical literature. Miller Fisher syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
What are the symptoms of Miller Fisher syndrome?
Miller Fisher syndrome is associated with 11 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Blurred vision, Bulbar palsy, Diplopia, Dysphagia, External ophthalmoplegia, Facial palsy. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Miller Fisher syndrome diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Miller Fisher syndrome 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 Miller Fisher syndrome, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.