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百科

Periodic paralysis

神经内科

Common symptoms

四肢对称性软瘫、无力、驻站医、紧张、腹壁反射减弱或消失、醉酒、呼吸困难、肌肉肥大、肾间质受损、感觉障碍

The pathology of disease

Periodic paralysis is episodic muscle weakness; hypokalemic/hyperkalemic; channelopathy; triggered by exercise/carbs.

Common Symptoms

Episodic flaccid weakness; hyporeflexia; triggered by exercise/carbohydrate meal/cold

Causes

Sodium/calcium channel mutation; autosomal dominant; thyrotoxic.

Treatment

Acetazolamide; potassium; avoid triggers; treat thyrotoxicosis

Prevention

Avoid high-carb meals; exercise moderation.

Recommended Department

It is recommended to visit the neurology department; before the visit you may first book an appointment and connect with experts through this platform.

Warm reminder: The above information is provided for health education reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek care at a regular hospital in time.