Abstract:Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis (TPP) is not a uncommon condition often seen in Asian males characterized by sudden onset hyperthyroidism-related hypokalemia and paralysis. Intracellular shift of potassium due to activation of thyroid hormone sensitive Na + /K + ATPase is the possible pathological mechanism of hypokalemia, rather than depletion of potassium from the body, thus redistributive hypokalemia. Treatment involves correction of underlying hyperthyroidism, prevention of intracellular shift of potassium w… Show more
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