Question 1

is there familial hemiplegic migraine?

Accepted Answer

Yes: True hemiplegic migraines are rare, but they can run in families.  There is genetic testing that can be done to see if you carry the genes that make you susceptible to this type of migraine.  Talk to your doctor if you or your family members are experiencing this.

Question 2

what is the definition or description of: hemiplegic migraine?

Accepted Answer

See below: Hemiplegic migraine (hm) is a rare, neurological disease. Hm is classified as migraine with aura accompanied by motor weakness. When a hemiplegic migraine attack occurs, the person can experience a variety of symptoms ranging in severity and lasting in duration from a few minutes to months.
 
Symptoms can include visual disturbances, sensory loss, weakness to paralysis on one-side of the body.

Question 3

hemiplegic migraine. i have had one serious attack that left me with symptoms for about 2 months. will i have another attack?

Accepted Answer

Lets review your que: Hemiplegic migraine is one of the symptoms of migraines but it is far less common than the more typical symptoms: Scotoma, visual changes, photophobia, nausea, vomiting. So it is likely you may have another attack. Did you seek medical advice assistance and have a neurologic work-up? Any family history of migraines? Aneurysm? Do you smoke?

Question 4

is dizziness normal after an attack of hemiplegic migraine? ?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It is not normal but common.  But not a worrisome sign.

Question 5

how common is familial hemiplegic migraine vs common migraine?

Accepted Answer

Genetics: there is usually a genetic component in all migraine variants; however, hemiplegic migraines are certainly less common than classic migraine; however, theoretically, more dangerous.

Question 6

i have been diagnosed with hemiplegic migraine. is this dangerous? am i more likely to get a stroke?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Migraines are associated with somewhat increased risk of stroke. You should do your best to minimize risk by not smoking and not taking birth control pills. Do not let a doctor prescribe triptan medications like Imitrex (sumatriptan) and others, or ergotamine medications for 'complex' migraines. Migraine preventative meds should be considered and you should talk to your doctor about this.

Question 7

how would someone tell the difference between a hemiplegic migraine and a tia? dont both of them have similar symptoms that go away after awhile?

Accepted Answer

Migaine hurts a lot: Tia typically does not cause pain, or only little. Migraine, on the other hand, often hurts quite a bit, as well as being a recurrent thing. Migraine may also have other symptoms such as sound and light sensitivities, and possibly nausea/vomitting while TIA often not having such symptoms.  Being 21, i certainly hope you are not havin tia. Live well/healthy, mariea79. Consult doc. Good luck.

Question 8

whats the diff between hemiplegic migraine and a tia? docs have suspected both with me but none could agree which one it was...im confused now.

Accepted Answer

Hmm: One is a migraine  ( hemiplegic migraine) causing  paralysis of one side and One is possible blockage then reopening of the blood vessel causing a mini stroke (TIA).

It is confusing but leave it to your doctors to review the information and provide the best care. Good luck

Question 9

i have a hemiplegic migraine. i was diagnosed. i think i am suffering from a migraine seizure at work, i cannot leave or ill get fired. what do i do?

Accepted Answer

: Presume you were diagnosed by a neurologist.  There are many preventative medications which are successfully used in migraine.  If your doctor can keep you from experiencing the event, you will not need to worry about compromized function.  Discuss choices with your neurologist.

Question 10

i have iih &a daily migraines. have episodes of hemiplegic migraine which last maximum 2 months. scans and tests negative for stroke. what causes this?

Accepted Answer

IIH and HM: many times we don't have an answer for why IIH happens.  Often we see IIH in women who have been using certain acne medications or who have gained weight rapidly, but the mechanism of this increased pressure is unknown.

Hemiplegic migraines, on the other hand, are often due to a calcium channel mutation - there is a genetic tendency for this protein to let too much calcium in and cause migraine

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Is dizziness normal after an attack of hemiplegic migraine? ?

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How common is familial hemiplegic migraine vs common migraine?

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I have been diagnosed with hemiplegic migraine. is this dangerous? am i more likely to get a stroke?

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How would someone tell the difference between a hemiplegic migraine and a tia? dont both of them have similar symptoms that go away after awhile?

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Whats the diff between hemiplegic migraine and a tia? docs have suspected both with me but none could agree which one it was...im confused now.

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I have a hemiplegic migraine. i was diagnosed. i think i am suffering from a migraine seizure at work, i cannot leave or ill get fired. what do i do?

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I have iih &a daily migraines. have episodes of hemiplegic migraine which last maximum 2 months. scans and tests negative for stroke. what causes this?

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