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Alternating hemiplegia is a rare neurological disorder that manifests itself in the paralysis of one side of the body in recurring episodes. The face, eye movement, and limbs can all be paralysed. Either side can be affected, but only one side at a time. Alternating hemiplegia usually occurs before four years of age and can present in either a severe or a less severe form.
The less severe form has a good prognosis and is indicated by episodes occurring primarily at night, and can often be related to migraines. There is no neurological impairment in this form of AH.
The severe form is indicated by the usual paralysis, mental impairment, gait and balance impairment, excessive sweating, and changes in body temperature. Seizures can also be present.
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Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood: 'Teninoâs Harris Runs Against More Than the Field', http://tinyurl.com/y9p5fkl
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Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood: 'Tenino’s Harris Runs Against More Than the Field', http://tinyurl.com/y9p5fkl
Alternating Hemiplegia - AHC information sheet compiled by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS).
Meta Description: [ Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood information sheet compiled by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS). ]
Family Village - Links to information about Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood. Includes data about a discussion group.
NORD: Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood - Offers alternative names, a general discussion and further resources.
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