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Todd's Paralysis Reviewed 07-01-2001 Get Web page suited for printing Email this to a friend or colleague Studies with patients Table of Contents (click to jump to sections) What is Todd's Paralysis?Is there any treatment? What is the prognosis? What research is being done? Organizations What is Todd's Paralysis? Todd's paralysis is a neurological condition characterized by a brief period of transient (temporary) paralysis following a seizure. The paralysis — which may be partial or complete — generally occurs on one side of the body and usually subsides completely within 48 hours. Todd's paralysis may also affect speech or vision. The cause is not known. Examination of an individual who is experiencing or who has just experienced Todd's paralysis may help physicians identify the origin of the seizure. It is important to distinguish the condition from a stroke, which requires different treatment. Is there any treatment? What is the prognosis? What research is being done? Epilepsy Foundation
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