Hypokalemic periodic paralysis.
Hypokalemic periodic paralysis is an unusual disease that may begin dramatically. Although terrifying to the patient, the attacks can usually be controlled if the proper diagnosis is made. Although much has been done to determine the pathogenesis, many questions remain unanswered.
D000328:Adult; D004040:Dietary Carbohydrates / Q000009:adverse effects; D006801:Humans; D007008:Hypokalemia / Q000150:complications* / Q000188:drug therapy; D008297:Male; D010243:Paralysis / Q000209:etiology*; D011189:Potassium Chloride / Q000627:therapeutic use
D004040:Dietary Carbohydrates; D011189:Potassium Chloride