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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Hypermagnesemia | |||
| image = [[File:Mg-TableImage.svg|left|thumb|Magnesium on the periodic table]] | |||
| caption = Magnesium on the periodic table | |||
| field = [[Nephrology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Nausea]], [[vomiting]], [[neurological impairment]], [[hypotension]], [[cardiac arrest]] | |||
| complications = [[Respiratory depression]], [[cardiac arrest]] | |||
| onset = | |||
| duration = | |||
| causes = [[Renal failure]], excessive intake of magnesium-containing medications | |||
| risks = [[Kidney disease]], [[lithium]] therapy, [[hypothyroidism]], [[Addison's disease]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Blood test]] showing elevated magnesium levels | |||
| differential = [[Hypercalcemia]], [[hypocalcemia]], [[hyperkalemia]] | |||
| prevention = Avoidance of excessive magnesium intake, monitoring in at-risk patients | |||
| treatment = [[Calcium gluconate]], [[diuretics]], [[dialysis]] | |||
| medication = | |||
| prognosis = Generally good with treatment | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
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'''Hypermagnesemia''' is a condition characterized by an excess of [[magnesium]] in the blood. It is a relatively rare condition, often caused by excessive intake of magnesium from dietary supplements or medications, and less commonly, from foods that are high in magnesium. | '''Hypermagnesemia''' is a condition characterized by an excess of [[magnesium]] in the blood. It is a relatively rare condition, often caused by excessive intake of magnesium from dietary supplements or medications, and less commonly, from foods that are high in magnesium. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The most common cause of hypermagnesemia is the overconsumption of magnesium, usually in the form of [[dietary supplements]] or [[medications]]. This can occur when individuals take more than the recommended daily amount of magnesium. Other causes can include [[kidney disease]], which can reduce the body's ability to remove excess magnesium, and certain types of [[chemotherapy]], which can cause the body to release more magnesium into the blood. | The most common cause of hypermagnesemia is the overconsumption of magnesium, usually in the form of [[dietary supplements]] or [[medications]]. This can occur when individuals take more than the recommended daily amount of magnesium. Other causes can include [[kidney disease]], which can reduce the body's ability to remove excess magnesium, and certain types of [[chemotherapy]], which can cause the body to release more magnesium into the blood. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
Symptoms of hypermagnesemia can vary depending on the severity of the condition. Mild cases may not cause any symptoms. However, as the level of magnesium in the blood increases, symptoms can become more severe. These can include [[nausea]], [[vomiting]], [[flushing]], [[low blood pressure]], [[slow heart rate]], and [[drowsiness]]. In severe cases, hypermagnesemia can lead to [[muscle weakness]], difficulty breathing, [[cardiac arrest]], and even death. | Symptoms of hypermagnesemia can vary depending on the severity of the condition. Mild cases may not cause any symptoms. However, as the level of magnesium in the blood increases, symptoms can become more severe. These can include [[nausea]], [[vomiting]], [[flushing]], [[low blood pressure]], [[slow heart rate]], and [[drowsiness]]. In severe cases, hypermagnesemia can lead to [[muscle weakness]], difficulty breathing, [[cardiac arrest]], and even death. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of hypermagnesemia is typically made through a [[blood test]] that measures the level of magnesium in the blood. Other tests may be performed to determine the underlying cause of the condition. | Diagnosis of hypermagnesemia is typically made through a [[blood test]] that measures the level of magnesium in the blood. Other tests may be performed to determine the underlying cause of the condition. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for hypermagnesemia typically involves addressing the underlying cause of the condition. This can include discontinuing the use of magnesium supplements or medications, treating kidney disease, or adjusting chemotherapy treatments. In severe cases, hospitalization may be required. | Treatment for hypermagnesemia typically involves addressing the underlying cause of the condition. This can include discontinuing the use of magnesium supplements or medications, treating kidney disease, or adjusting chemotherapy treatments. In severe cases, hospitalization may be required. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Hypomagnesemia]] | * [[Hypomagnesemia]] | ||
* [[Magnesium (element)]] | * [[Magnesium (element)]] | ||
* [[Magnesium in biology]] | * [[Magnesium in biology]] | ||
* [[Magnesium deficiency (medicine)]] | * [[Magnesium deficiency (medicine)]] | ||
[[Category:Electrolyte disturbances]] | [[Category:Electrolyte disturbances]] | ||
[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Minerals]] | [[Category:Minerals]] | ||
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| Hypermagnesemia | |
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| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Nausea, vomiting, neurological impairment, hypotension, cardiac arrest |
| Complications | Respiratory depression, cardiac arrest |
| Onset | |
| Duration | |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Renal failure, excessive intake of magnesium-containing medications |
| Risks | Kidney disease, lithium therapy, hypothyroidism, Addison's disease |
| Diagnosis | Blood test showing elevated magnesium levels |
| Differential diagnosis | Hypercalcemia, hypocalcemia, hyperkalemia |
| Prevention | Avoidance of excessive magnesium intake, monitoring in at-risk patients |
| Treatment | Calcium gluconate, diuretics, dialysis |
| Medication | |
| Prognosis | Generally good with treatment |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Hypermagnesemia is a condition characterized by an excess of magnesium in the blood. It is a relatively rare condition, often caused by excessive intake of magnesium from dietary supplements or medications, and less commonly, from foods that are high in magnesium.
Causes[edit]
The most common cause of hypermagnesemia is the overconsumption of magnesium, usually in the form of dietary supplements or medications. This can occur when individuals take more than the recommended daily amount of magnesium. Other causes can include kidney disease, which can reduce the body's ability to remove excess magnesium, and certain types of chemotherapy, which can cause the body to release more magnesium into the blood.
Symptoms[edit]
Symptoms of hypermagnesemia can vary depending on the severity of the condition. Mild cases may not cause any symptoms. However, as the level of magnesium in the blood increases, symptoms can become more severe. These can include nausea, vomiting, flushing, low blood pressure, slow heart rate, and drowsiness. In severe cases, hypermagnesemia can lead to muscle weakness, difficulty breathing, cardiac arrest, and even death.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of hypermagnesemia is typically made through a blood test that measures the level of magnesium in the blood. Other tests may be performed to determine the underlying cause of the condition.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for hypermagnesemia typically involves addressing the underlying cause of the condition. This can include discontinuing the use of magnesium supplements or medications, treating kidney disease, or adjusting chemotherapy treatments. In severe cases, hospitalization may be required.
