Hypermagnesemia Complicated by Acute Flaccid Paralysis, Case Report

Hypermagnesemia is a rare electrolyte abnormality observed in the clinical setting. Patients with this condition can present with a variety of symptoms, depending on the level of serum magnesium. Hypermagnesemia is rarely complicated by weakness of the extremities. We report the case of 32 years old...

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Published in:International medical case reports journal 2024, Vol.17, p.455-458
Main Authors: Mulisa, Merga Daba, Bekele, Shalom Kassahun, Mulate, Sebhatleab Teju, Kiflu, Zerubabel Getahun, Tadesse, Yared Getachew, Mamo, Walelign Worku
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Language:English
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Summary:Hypermagnesemia is a rare electrolyte abnormality observed in the clinical setting. Patients with this condition can present with a variety of symptoms, depending on the level of serum magnesium. Hypermagnesemia is rarely complicated by weakness of the extremities. We report the case of 32 years old female patient who presented with bilateral upper- and lower-extremity weakness due to hypermagnesemia. Following correction of the serum magnesium level, extremity weakness subsided, and the patient was discharged with improvement. Here, we discuss the delay in the diagnosis and management of this type of clinical presentation.
ISSN:1179-142X
1179-142X
DOI:10.2147/IMCRJ.S455329