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  2. Hypocalcemia - Wikipedia

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    Hypocalcemia is a medical condition characterized by low calcium levels in the blood serum. [5] The normal range of blood calcium is typically between 2.1–2.6 mmol/L (8.8–10.7 mg/dL, 4.3–5.2 mEq/L), while levels less than 2.1 mmol/L are defined as hypocalcemic.

  3. Disorders of calcium metabolism - Wikipedia

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    Low vitamin D in the body can lead to a lack of calcium absorption and secondary hyperparathyroidism (hypocalcemia and raised parathyroid hormone). [1] Symptoms of hypocalcemia include numbness in fingers and toes, muscle cramps, irritability, impaired mental capacity and muscle twitching.

  4. Electrolyte imbalance - Wikipedia

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    As potassium levels get higher, individuals may begin to experience nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. [3] Patients with severe hyperkalemia, defined by levels above 7 mEq/L, may experience muscle cramps, numbness, tingling, absence of reflexes, and paralysis. [3] [14] Patients may experience arrhythmias that can result in death. [3] [14]

  5. CDC reveals leading causes of death for the past 5 years ...

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    That’s according to a just-released report revealing the top 10 causes of death from 2019 to 2023, which also shows the impact COVID has made over the past few years and where things stand now.

  6. Risk for heart attack and stroke higher in younger adults who ...

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    For women under 50 and men under 65 with obesity for 10 years or more, the researchers reported that: There was a 25% to 60% increase in the risk of heart attack and stroke.

  7. Refeeding syndrome - Wikipedia

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    The syndrome can occur at the beginning of treatment for eating disorders when patients have an increase in calorie intake and can be fatal. It can also occur when someone does not eat for several days at a time usually beginning after 4–5 days with no food. [5] It can also occur after the onset of a severe illness or major surgery. The ...

  8. Common pain reliever could cause medical complications in ...

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    A new study suggests that acetaminophen, also known as Tylenol, can cause complications in some people over age 65. Drs. Marc Siegel and Macie Smith comment on the findings.

  9. Ethylene glycol poisoning - Wikipedia

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    If hypocalcemia occurs it can be treated with calcium replacement although calcium supplementation can increase the precipitation of calcium oxalate crystals leading to tissue damage. [24] Intubation and respiratory support may be required in severely intoxicated people; people with hypotension require treatment with intravenous fluids and ...