Familial periodic paralysis

Familial Periodic Paralysis

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PPS, Periodic Paralysis Syndrome, Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis, Periodic Muscle Weakness ...

Familial periodic paralysis is a rare autosomal condition characterized by episodes of flaccid paralysis with loss of deep tendon reflexes and failure of muscle to respond to electrical stimulation.

Familial periodic paralysis is an inherited condition. The episodes usually begin during the teenage years. When the attack occurs, there may be an abnormally high or low level of potassium in the blood.

(Familial Periodic Paralysis; Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis; Anderson-Tawil Syndrome; Paraneoplastic Periodic Paralysis)
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(Familial Periodic Paralysis; Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis; Anderson-Tawil Syndrome; Paraneoplastic Periodic Paralysis)
by Jill Buchanan
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(Familial Periodic Paralysis; Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis; Anderson-Tawil Syndrome; Paraneoplastic Periodic Paralysis)
by Jill Buchanan
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See also: Familial periodic paralysis
Causes, incidence, and risk factors:
This condition is caused by a low level of potassium in the blood.

There is a similar disorder, hypokalemic periodic paralysis (familial periodic paralysis). This is an inherited condition and does not have high thyroid levels.
Risk factors include a family history of periodic paralysis and hyperthyroidism.

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