Focal hemiclonic seizure
A type of focal clonic seizure characterized by sustained rhythmic jerking rapidly involves one side of the body at seizure onset.
Also called: Hemiclonic seizure, Hemiclonic seizures, Unilateral clonic seizure, Unilateral clonic seizures.
Conditions associated with focal hemiclonic seizure
The following conditions have been associated with focal hemiclonic seizure in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
Coenzyme Q10 deficiency, primary, 7
Coenzyme Q10 deficiency, primary, 7 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and si...
Developmental and epileptic encephalopathy with spike-wave activation in sleep
Developmental and epileptic encephalopathy with spike-wave activation in sleep is a medical condition that may...
Dravet syndrome
Dravet syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Epilepsy of infancy with migrating focal seizures
Epilepsy of infancy with migrating focal seizures is a medical condition that may be associated with various s...
Schimke immuno-osseous dysplasia
Schimke immuno-osseous dysplasia is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs...
developmental and epileptic encephalopathy 109
developmental and epileptic encephalopathy 109 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symp...
developmental and epileptic encephalopathy 112
developmental and epileptic encephalopathy 112 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symp...
developmental and epileptic encephalopathy 6B
developmental and epileptic encephalopathy 6B is a medical condition that may be associated with various sympt...
developmental and epileptic encephalopathy 99
developmental and epileptic encephalopathy 99 is a medical condition that may be associated with various sympt...
developmental and epileptic encephalopathy, 13
Any early infantile epileptic encephalopathy in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the SCN8A gene...
developmental and epileptic encephalopathy, 19
Any early infantile epileptic encephalopathy in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the GABRA1 gen...
developmental and epileptic encephalopathy, 6A
Any early infantile epileptic encephalopathy in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the SCN1A gene...
developmental and epileptic encephalopathy, 9
Female restricted epilepsy with intellectual disability is a rare X-linked epilepsy syndrome characterized by ...
generalized epilepsy with febrile seizures plus, type 2
Any febrile seizures, familial in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the SCN1A gene....
intellectual disability, autosomal dominant 42
Any autosomal dominant intellectual disability in which the cause of the disease is a heterozygous mutation in...
Tests providers may use to investigate focal hemiclonic seizure
When investigating focal hemiclonic seizure, a healthcare provider may order one or more of the following laboratory tests. 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....
Symptoms commonly seen alongside focal hemiclonic seizure
Anxiety
Intense feelings of nervousness, tension, or panic often arise in response to interpersonal stresses. There is...
Dysphagia
Difficulty in swallowing....
Failure to thrive
Failure to thrive (FTT) refers to a child whose physical growth is substantially below the norm....
Headache
Cephalgia, or pain sensed in various parts of the head, not confined to the area of distribution of any nerve....
Muscle weakness
Reduced strength of muscles....
Seizure
A seizure is an intermittent abnormality of nervous system physiology characterized by a transient occurrence ...
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if focal hemiclonic seizure is severe, persistent, worsening, or accompanied by concerning symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the symptom focal hemiclonic seizure mean?
Focal hemiclonic seizure is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. A type of focal clonic seizure characterized by sustained rhythmic jerking rapidly involves one side of the body at seizure onset.
Which conditions are associated with focal hemiclonic seizure?
Focal hemiclonic seizure has been reported in association with 15 conditions in the medical literature we index, including Coenzyme Q10 deficiency, primary, 7, Developmental and epileptic encephalopathy with spike-wave activation in sleep, Dravet syndrome, Epilepsy of infancy with migrating focal seizures, Schimke immuno-osseous dysplasia. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about focal hemiclonic seizure?
You should discuss any persistent or concerning symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider. This website does not provide diagnosis. If you have severe symptoms or signs of a medical emergency, seek care immediately.