Hypocalcemia (low level of calcium in the blood)


  • In hypocalcemia, the calcium level in blood is too low.

    A low calcium level may result from a problem with the parathyroid glands, as well as from diet, kidney disorders, or certain drugs.
    As hypocalcemia progresses, muscle cramps are common, and people may become confused, depressed, and forgetful and have tingling in their lips, fingers, and feet as well as stiff, achy muscles.
    Usually, the disorder is detected by routine blood tests.
    Calcium and vitamin D supplements may be used to treat hypocalcemia.

    (See also Overview of Electrolytes and Overview of Calcium


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