Condition
Periodic paralysis - thyrotoxic
Andrey Nailor, M.D.Published 30 April 20051 min read
Alternative names
Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis
Definition
Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis a syndrome characterized by intermittent episodes of muscle weakness that occurs in people with high levels of thyroid hormone (Thyrotoxicosis, Hyperthyroidism).
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Andrey Nailor, M.D.
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