Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis in a patient abusing thyroxine for weight reduction.
Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis is a rare endocrine disorder most prevalent among individuals of Asian descent that presents as proximal muscle weakness, hypokalemia, and signs of hyperthyroidism. We present an unusual patient with previous normal thyroid function who had abused thyroxine as antiobesity pills and developed periodic paralysis affecting the upper and lower limbs.
Department of Medicine, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Kweishan, Taoyuan, Taiwan.
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Chen
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JT
Fang
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CT
Chang
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HH
Chou
D000208:Acute Disease; D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D020514:Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis / Q000175:diagnosis; D011782:Quadriplegia / Q000139:chemically induced*; D012646:Self Administration; D019966:Substance-Related Disorders; D013974:Thyroxine / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000009:adverse effects*; D015431:Weight Loss
D013974:Thyroxine