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A Case of Thyrotoxic Periodic Paralysis: "I Can't Move!"

Year: 2023

Type: article

Abstract: Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis (TPP) is a form of hypokalemic periodic paralysis associated with hyperthyroidism. It is characterized by hypokalemia associated with acute proximal symmetrical lower limb weakness and can progress to involve all four limbs and the respiratory musculature. We present a case of a 27-year-old Asian male with recurrent attacks of weakness in all four extremities. A subsequent diagnosis of thyrotoxic periodic paralysis was made, which was secondary to a previously undiagnosed Grave's disease. TPP should be a differential in a young male of Asian ethnicity who presents to the hospital with acute onset of paralysis.

Source: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.34301

Authors: Arjun Basnet, Nitasha Goyal, Kripa Tiwari, Sajog Kansakar, Sudarshan Gautam

Institutions: Maimonides Medical Center, State University of New York, SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University

Language: English

Topic: Thyroid Disorders and Treatments

Subfield: Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4318340515