Abstract

Hypokalemic (Induced) Periodic Paralysis is a rare group of disorders that can cause sudden onset of flaccid paralysis. Here we present a case of 41 year old female who presented to the ED complaining of severe flaccid paralysis in both lower & upper limbs since morning. Initially, she was treated as a stroke alert patient and had head scans which showed no acute pathologic changes. Laboratory evaluation revealed a markedly low potassium level. The patient's paralysis resolved after potassium correction and she was discharged with no neurologic deficits. Although rare, Periodic Paralysis must be differentiated from other causes of weakness and paralysis so that the proper treatment can be initiated quickly.

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