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Hypocalcemia Easy Way To Learn

                  Hypocalcemia - definition- It is a condition in which level in blood is less than normal range. Normal calcium level is 9 to 10.5 mg/dl. Causes- * Vit.D deficiency * Acute renal failure * Poor intake of vit.D * Excessive dietary magnesium * Parathyroid hormone deficiency * Osteoporosis treatment ( bisphosphonates ) * Prolonged use of medication ? laxative containing magnesium. Sign and symptoms- * Paresthesias * Tetany * Cardiac arrhythmias * Laryngospasm * Tingling or pins and needle sensation * Purpura. Management- * I.V calcium gluconate 10%. *  Calcium and vit.d supplements. For More Detail And Information  Visit Our YouTube Channel And Subscribe it. YouTube Channel Link : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkslp_3166fdFyVybjdcaTQ?disable_polymer=true