Familial episodic paralysis with presence of hyperkalemia and recurrent flaccid paralysis with areflexia; attacks last hours to days. Condition occurs suddenly during periods of rest after activity and can be provoked with potassium administration.
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Familial episodic paralysis with presence of hyperkalemia and recurrent flaccid paralysis with areflexia; attacks last hours to days. Condition occurs suddenly during periods of rest after activity and can be provoked with potassium administration.