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Acute Hypocalcemia: Causes and Symptoms by Julie is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Most calcium is stored in bones, while levels in the blood are regulated by parathyroid hormone and calcitriol. Hypocalcemia refers to abnormally low blood calcium levels and can be caused by parathyroid hormone deficiency or excessive calcium loss. While chronic mild hypocalcemia may be asymptomatic, acute severe hypocalcemia can impact neuronal function and cause muscle spasms, seizures, and cardiac issues. It is treated by replacing calcium intravenously for acute cases or orally for chronic cases.
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- Julie
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