Hypomagnesaemia Posing as Hypoparathyroidism.
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2015-09
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Abstract
Persistent hypocalcaemia usually is a presentation of hypoparathyroidism. When it is coupled
with low parathormone levels the diagnosis seems almost certain. However, the fact that
hypomagnesaemia can give rise to both hypocalcaemia and low parathormone levels gives us
points to ponder. This case depicts a young woman soon after childbirth presenting with
carpopedal spasm and biochemical abnormalities. Subsequent correction of
hypomagnesaemia readjusts calcium, potassium and parathormone levels.
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Hypomagnesaemia, Hypocalcaemia, Hypoparathyroidism
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Ahmad Sonia Nasreen. Hypomagnesaemia Posing as Hypoparathyroidism. Journal of Enam Medical College. 2015 Sept; 5(3): 179-181.