The diagnostic criteria for primary paralysis are provided by the European Neuromuscular Centre (ENMC) (2) and include:
Two or more attacks of muscle weakness with documented serum K <3.5...
Low intensity exercise at the start of an attack may help prevent further progression.
In acute state—potassium supplementation in a monitored environment after confirming the...
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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