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I get paralyzed sometimes when i wake up after a short snooze during the day. my eyes are open but can't move. what could it be?
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Neurology consult: Myasthenia, chronic progressive external ophthalmoplegia and a number of other syndromes are a possibility.
Answered 8/18/2013
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Periodic paralysis: In addition to the other answers provided, periodic paralysis and it's related disorders should be considered.
Answered 7/20/2012
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