Editorial

A Mask and Many Faces: Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis

Authors: Mony Fraer, MD

Abstract

Hypokalemic periodic paralyses (hypoPP) are rare disorders characterized by recurrent episodes of muscle weakness occurring at irregular intervals, typically with complete recovery between attacks.

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