Thread: Does this sound like hemiplegic migraine?
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Old 02-26-2014, 05:06 PM
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From what I read HM is the only migraine with any form of limb weakness, so if the neuro thinks it's migraine he must mean HM, yes?
I wouldn't assume that (or anything else); I'd ask. Basilar migraine can also cause bilateral paresis (weakness), and partial paralysis.
http://migraine.com/migraine-types/basilar-migraine/

If you have access to a migraine specialist, I would pursue that.

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