Diagnostic finding

Decreased Magnesium

Reduced serum magnesium concentration below the normal reference range (0.70–1.05 mmol/L), potentially causing neuromuscular, cardiovascular, and metabolic dysfunction.

Causes

  • Gastrointestinal loss: Diarrhea

  • Renal loss: Kidney failure

  • Medications: Diuretics, proton pump inhibitors (PPIs)

  • Alcohol abuse

  • Uncontrolled diabetes

  • Poor dietary intake

Also known as: Hypomagnesemia, Low Magnesium, Magnesium deficiency

Referencing diagnoses

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