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hypokalemic periodic paralysis
genetic or congenital, metabolic, neurological
[chronic]
bodyache, muscle weakness in foot (feet), paralysis, weakness
Hypokalemic periodic paralysis is a rare channelopathy characterized by muscle weakness or paralysis with a matching fall in potassium levels in the blood. In individuals with this mutation, attacks often begin in adolescence and are triggered by strenuous exercise followed by rest, high carbohydrate meals, sudden changes in temperature and even excitement, noise or flashing lights.
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