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Hypokalaemic Periodic Paralysis in a 21-year-old: A Case Report

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Hypokalaemic periodic paralysis (HypoPP) is a rare genetic disorder characterised by muscle weakness or paralysis due to low potassium levels in the blood.A case of a 21-year-old male is presented here.The patient presented with sudden-onset weakness of his extremities.Laboratory results revealed a markedly low potassium level.The patient's paralysis improved after hypokalaemic correction, and he was discharged with no neurological deficits.

Source: National Journal of Emergency Medicine SEMI

DOI: 10.5005/njem-11015-0067

Authors: Ankur Verma, Sofiya KH Rizvi, Sanjay K Jaiswal, Maheshwar Lal, Saumya Gupta

Institution: Max Super Speciality Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Potassium and Related Disorders

Subfield: Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W4409714161

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