Title of article :
A rare case of paralysis in an endemic area
Author/Authors :
Yardimci, Bulent Istanbul Florence Nigtingale Hospital - Department of Internal Medicine, Turkey , Kazancioglu, Rumeyza Bezmialem Vakif University - Faculty of Medicine - Department of Nephrology, Turkey
Abstract :
Thyrotoxicosis mostly presents with tachycardia, tremor, weight loss and other hypermetabolism signs. However, there are other unusual signs of thyrotoxicosis such as paralysis. This unusual clinical presentation may postpone prompt diagnosis and treatment. In this case report, we present a 27-years-old woman, who presented with quadriparesis at the emergency department.
Keywords :
Thyrotoxicosis , Hypokalemia , Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis , Periodic Paralysis
Journal title :
Pakistan Journal of Medical Sciences
Journal title :
Pakistan Journal of Medical Sciences