The diagnostic criteria for primary paralysis as defined by the European Neuromuscular Centre (ENMC) (2) are as follows:
Two or more attacks of muscle weakness with documented serum K <3....
Reconfirm the low potassium levels. May need ICU monitoring during correction of the hypokalemia. Management can be divided into acute and chronic stages.
In acute state—potas...
Chronic management plan involves preventive strategies such as a low-carbohydrate diet and avoiding high-intensity exercises.
A Cochrane review suggests that although there is still lack o...
Hypokalemic periodic paralysis presents with low potassium levels during attacks with return to normal ranges following recovery, making the diagnosis difficult to obtain between episo...
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