What is hypokalemic periodic paralysis?
Hypokalemic periodic paralysis is an inherited condition characterized by transient episodes of extreme muscle weakness and/or paralysis of the muscles in the arms and legs, along with a decreased serum potassium concentration during an attack. These episodes may last from a few hours to one day.
How do members experience hypokalemic periodic paralysis?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with hypokalemic periodic paralysis*
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Top treatments taken by people for hypokalemic periodic paralysis*
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Who has hypokalemic periodic paralysis on PatientsLikeMe?
Age
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 4 | |
| 30s | 11 | |
| 40s | 8 | |
| 50s | 6 | |
| 60s | 4 | |
| 70+ | 4 |
Distribution of sex
Sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 13 | |
| Female | 24 |
Talk to people with hypokalemic periodic paralysis
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