Abstract

A rare heterogeneous group of disorders which is characterized by a sudden onset of reversible muscle paralysis. The Primary PP is due to inherited ion channel defects while secondary PP is due to other medical conditions like thyrotoxicosis. HPP is the most common primary Periodic paralysis and it usually resolves completely with K replenishment. This study presents the case of a 30 year old male who presented with an acute onset of flaccid paralysis and a low serum K level, which resolved with K repletion.

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