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Thyrotoxic hypokalemic periodic paralysis as the presenting symptom of silent thyroiditis

Annals of Indian Academy of Neurology, 2013
Silent thyroiditis is a rare cause of thyrotoxic periodic paralysis. The objective was to present a case of silent thyroiditis presenting as periodic paralysis.
Debmalya Sanyal, Shakya Bhattacharjee
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THYROTOXIC PERIODIC PARALYSIS [PDF]

, 2023
Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis merupakan gangguan kelemahan atau paralisis otot yang disebabkan oleh gangguan elektrolit yang bersifat reversibel yaitu hipokalemia dikaitkan dengan kondisi hipertiroid.
Dananjaya, Putu Gede Indra, Dewi, Ni Made Putri Purnama   +1 more
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A Work-Related Thyrotoxic Periodic Paralysis in A Worker Exposed to Heat Stress: A Case Report [PDF]

, 2023
Thyrotoxic Periodic Paralysis (TPP) is an uncommon disorder, characterized by the triad of acute hypokalemia, muscle paralysis, and thyrotoxicosis. Attacks are typically transient, last hours to days, and may be triggered by many conditions, including ...
Mansyur, Muchtaruddin, Puji Lestari, Shanti   +1 more
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Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis: a case study and review of the literature

Journal of Community Hospital Internal Medicine Perspectives, 2017
Acute hypokalemic paralysis is a rare cause of acute weakness. Morbidity and mortality associated with unrecognized disease can occur and include respiratory failure and possibly death.
Marcelle Meseeha, Behnaz Parsamehr, Kerri Kissell, Maximos Attia   +3 more
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Acute Flaccid Quadriparesis: An Uncommon Presentation of Common Disease

Indian Journal of Medical Specialities, 2022
Acute flaccid quadriparesis is a common presentation to the emergency department with multiple etiologies such as paralytic snakebite, Guillain–Barre Syndrome, and periodic paralysis.
Vishal Chandra Sharma, B. Nandakrishna, Sudha Vidyasagar, Muralidhar Varma   +3 more
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Hypokalemic Quadriparesis as the Initial Presentation of Primary Sjögren's Syndrome With Distal Renal Tubular Acidosis: A Case Report

Clinical Case Reports, Volume 13, Issue 12, December 2025.
ABSTRACT Primary Sjögren's syndrome (PSS) typically presents with sicca symptoms, while renal involvement, such as distal renal tubular acidosis (dRTA), is less common. Hypokalemic paralysis as the initial manifestation of PSS is rare. We report a 52‐year‐old woman who presented with acute flaccid quadriparesis due to severe hypokalemia and normal ...
Sagun Baral, Sushmita Bhattarai, Ajaya Raj Gautam, Prabesh Raghubanshi, Krishna Kc   +4 more
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Code pseudo stroke – a case of hypokalaemic periodic paralysis mimicking stroke

European Journal of Case Reports in Internal Medicine, 2023
We present a case of thyrotoxic periodic paralysis (TPP) presenting with stroke symptoms as a harbinger of Grave’s disease. A 61-year-old female presented with symptoms of abdominal pain and fatigue two weeks prior to admission and reported acute ...
Rami Al-Handola, Dominic Awuah, Aram Minasian   +2 more
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Case Report: Thyrotoxic Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis [PDF]

, 2022
Thyrotoxic crisis, or thyroid storm, is an acute, life threatening event caused by hyperthyroidism with mortality up to 8-25% that can present with multi-system organ involvement.
Lahr, Robin, Schuitema, Kelly, Tamaska, Wayne   +2 more
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Hyperthyroid Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis in a Nepali Male; A Case Report

Clinical Case Reports, Volume 13, Issue 10, October 2025.
ABSTRACT Hyperthyroid Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis (HHPP), marked by acute weakness and hypokalemia. Prompt potassium replacement and hyperthyroidism management are essential to prevent life‐threatening outcomes. This case highlights its presentation in a Nepali male, reinforcing the need for high clinical suspicion.
Ashish Tamang, Prakash Sapkota, Sankalpa Humagain, Kemisha Dhakal, Chhavi Sachdeva, Deshant Shah, Prakriti Lamsal   +6 more
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Atrial Arrhythmia: A Rare Presentation of Thyrotoxic Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis

Indian Journal of Clinical Cardiology
Thyrotoxic hypokalemic periodic paralysis is a rare but life-threatening complication of hyperthyroidism characterized by hyperthyroidism, hypokalemia, and transient episodes of acute proximal muscle weakness. Incidence of thyrotoxic hypokalemic periodic
Rakesh Chowdary Kotaru, Suresh Kumar Paidi   +1 more
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