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Premenstrual periodic paralysis

I Sarova-Pinhas, J Braham, A Shalev

    Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery, and Psychiatry
    |December 1, 1981
    PubMed
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    This study details a rare case of periodic paralysis linked to menstruation in a teenage girl. Acetazolamide effectively prevented paralysis episodes, suggesting a novel treatment approach.

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    Area of Science:

    • Endocrinology
    • Neurology
    • Reproductive Medicine

    Background:

    • Periodic paralysis is a group of rare neuromuscular disorders characterized by episodes of muscle weakness.
    • Menstrual cycle-associated periodic paralysis is an uncommon variant, often linked to hormonal fluctuations.

    Observation:

    • A 17-year-old female experienced recurrent episodes of flaccid paralysis coinciding with her menstrual cycles.
    • Standard laboratory tests, including serum/erythrocyte potassium and hormonal profiles (pituitary, ovarian, adrenal, thyroid), were unremarkable during attacks.

    Findings:

    • The administration of acetazolamide, a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor, successfully prevented the recurrent paralysis episodes.
    • This suggests a potential role for ion channel dysfunction or metabolic disturbances influenced by the menstrual cycle.

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    Implications:

    • Acetazolamide may represent a viable therapeutic option for managing menstrual cycle-related periodic paralysis.
    • Further research is warranted to elucidate the precise pathophysiology linking menstruation to paralysis in susceptible individuals.