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Periodic paralysis - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Periodic paralysis is a group of rare genetic diseases that lead to weakness or paralysis (rarely death) from common triggers such as cold, heat, high carbohydrate meals, not eating, stress or excite...
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Hyperkalemic periodic paralysis - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Hyperkalemic periodic paralysis ( HYPP ), also known as Impressive Syndrome , is an inherited autosomal dominant disorder which affects sodium channels in muscle cells and the ability to regulate...
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The Periodic Paralysis Association (PPA) welcomes you to our non-profit organization! Are you a Patient, Family Member, or Physician seeking information? Are you interested in Membership in the PPA and access to our List Serve? ... The Periodic Paralysis Association (PPA) welcomes you to our non-profit organization!
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Table 1. Primary Periodic Paralysis; ... The triad of dysmorphic features, periodic paralysis, and cardiac arrhythmias characterizes Anderson-Tawil syndrome. This syndrome is associated with mutations in the KCNJ2 gene.
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The two most common types of periodic paralyses are: Hypokalemic periodic paralysis is characterized by a fall in potassium levels in the blood. In individuals with this mutation attacks often begin in adolescence and are triggered by strenuous exercise or high carbohydrate meals.
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