What triggers attacks of TPP?
Generally things which trigger attacks of HypoKPP will trigger attacks of TPP. High carbohydrate or high salt meals may trigger an attack. Taking thyroid hormones may trigger an attack. Attacks most commonly occur after sleep or rest and are rare during exercise, but rest after exercise may trigger an attack.
The same factors which trigger attacks of Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis will trigger attacks of TPP. Meals high in starchy and sweet foods may trigger an attack. Taking thyroid hormones may trigger an attack. Sleep or resting after exercise may trigger an attack. For a more complete discussion on triggers see the section on Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis.
