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Are these symptoms related to low potassium or is it hypokalemic periodic paralysis?
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More data: To answer the specific question, the symptoms would need to be described. Low potassium, which might occur when taking diuretics (water pills) for high blood pressure, can cause cramps in the muscles. Hypokalemic periodic paralysis is a genetic disorder, causing paralysis, often in the morning or after a large carbohydrate meal. Potassium is low during the attacks. Periodic paralysis is rare.
Answered 2/17/2016
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