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Hypocalcemia

Causes, Symptoms, Complications, Prevention, Diagnosis and Treatment

What is Hypocalcemia?

Calcium is an element that has various functions in the body such as the formation of bones, teeth, blood clotting, etc. Hypocalcemia or calcium deficiency is a condition in which the level of calcium in blood or plasma is less than average in the body.

What are the causes of Hypocalcemia?

Mild hypocalcemia can sometimes be asymptomatic

Increased levels of lactic acid in the blood
Increased levels of phosphate in the blood
Decreased albumin concentration
Some medications, such as phenytoin, phenobarbital may reduce calcium levels in the body
Stress, anxiety
Excessive exercise performed by the individual
Intestinal disorders
Cancer that is spreading
Diabetes in new mothers
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References

Hypocalcemia. Healthline. Available: https://www.healthline.com/health/hypocalcemia Accessed on June 29, 2020.
Hypocalcemia. Medscape. Available at: https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/241893-overview Accessed on June 29, 2020.
Hypocalcemia. Medicine Net. Available at: https://www.medicinenet.com/hypocalcemia_symptoms_and_signs/symptoms.htm Accessed on June 29, 2020.

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