Just diagnosed with Clonic hemifacial spasm?
You are not alone. Here is where to start: learn the basics, find a specialist or center that sees Clonic hemifacial spasm, look for clinical trials, and connect with others living with it — all in one place.
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Clonic hemifacial spasm is a rare condition. Also known as Facial hemispasm, Focal myoclonus of face. Tomeko brings together the specialists, research, clinical trials, treatments and community for Clonic hemifacial spasm so you can go from overwhelmed to oriented. For authoritative medical detail, see the reference sources below.
Identifiers: ORPHA:221083 · ICD-10 G51.3 · GARD 0017137
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Research & market landscape for Clonic hemifacial spasm
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Common questions
What is Clonic hemifacial spasm?
Clonic hemifacial spasm is a rare condition. Also known as Facial hemispasm, Focal myoclonus of face. For an authoritative medical description see the reference sources on this page; Tomeko brings the specialists, clinical trials, patient organizations and community for Clonic hemifacial spasm together in one place.
What are the symptoms of Clonic hemifacial spasm?
Symptoms of Clonic hemifacial spasm vary from person to person. For a reviewed, plain-language overview see the authoritative references below (NIH GARD, Orphanet), and discuss your own symptoms with a clinician who treats Clonic hemifacial spasm.
How is Clonic hemifacial spasm treated?
Treatment for Clonic hemifacial spasm depends on the individual and is managed by specialists. Use Tomeko to find clinicians and Centers of Excellence who see Clonic hemifacial spasm, and review current options with them.
What causes Clonic hemifacial spasm — is it genetic?
The cause and inheritance of Clonic hemifacial spasm are described in the authoritative references linked on this page. A genetics or specialist clinician who treats Clonic hemifacial spasm can explain what it means for you and your family.
I was just diagnosed with Clonic hemifacial spasm — what should I do first?
Start by learning the basics from an authoritative source, find a specialist or center that sees Clonic hemifacial spasm, and connect with a patient organization. Tomeko brings these together on one hub.
Where can I find a specialist for Clonic hemifacial spasm?
Use Tomeko's specialist and Centers-of-Excellence directories to find clinicians who treat Clonic hemifacial spasm, filtered to your area.
Are there clinical trials for Clonic hemifacial spasm?
Tomeko shows live, recruiting studies for Clonic hemifacial spasm from ClinicalTrials.gov on the hub.
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