Flaccid paralysis is a condition characterized by extreme
weakness of muscles and loss of muscle tone. Acute paralysis in
limbs that are flaccid (floppy or limp) are associated with this
condition. Signs and symptoms depends on what is causing the
AFP: Free Legal Case Evaluation - Progression of paralysis -
Fever onset - Diminished muslce tone - Sensory loss, cramps, or
tingling of palms and soles of the feet - Bladder dysfunction -
Respiratory insufficiency Causes of Flaccid Paralysis A common
cause of flaccid paralysis is anterior spinal artery syndrome,
in which the anterior spinal artery is blocked. Blockage can be
caused by spinal cord trauma, cancer, arterial disease, or
thrombosis. Other causes of flaccid paralysis include: - Central
pontine myelinolysis— The protective layer around the brainstem
nerve cells is destroyed, preventing the transmittal of nerve
signals - Hyperkalemia— Caused by an excess of potassium in the
body - Hypokalemic periodic paralysis— An inherited muscle
condition characterized