Hypomagnesia Flashcards
1
Q
Where is most magnesium in the body?
A
Bone
2
Q
Causes of hypomagnesia: GI loss or deficiency
A
malnutrition, laxative abuse, diarrhoea, IBD, gastoenteritis, coeliac, TPN
3
Q
Drugs causing hypomagnesia
A
Diuretics, PPIs, excess alcohol
4
Q
Other cause of hypomagnesia
A
Diabetes (inc DKA)
5
Q
Signs and symptoms of hypomagnesia: neurological
A
Paraesthesia
Fasciculations
Tetany
Seizures
6
Q
Signs and symptoms of hypomagnesia: other
A
Vomiting, fatigue, arrhythmia
7
Q
ECG changes in hypomagnesia
A
ST depression, peaked T waves
U waves
Wide QRS
8
Q
What is the most common SE of magnesium salt supplements?
A
Diarrhoea
