Thyrotoxic Periodic Paralysis in a Hispanic Young Adult Male - Abstract
Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis is a rare complication of hyperthyroidism, characterized by severe hypokalemia and episodes of skeletal muscle paralysis. Although it is commonly described in adult East Asian men, TPP has been reported in individuals of all ages and ethnic backgrounds. We describe the case of a young adult Hispanic male who presented to a Pediatric Emergency Department with paralysis and was diagnosed with TPP. We will review TPP, focusing on the clinical presentation, pathophysiology and treatment.