A striped racer, also known as the California whipsnake, is a species of non-venomous snake native to the coast and foothills of California. It is a long, slender, and fast-moving snake, identified by its distinctive stripes running down the length of its body. They primarily feed on lizards and small rodents. The scientific name for this species is Masticophis lateralis.
Neonatal hypercalcemia
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Hypercalcemia is total serum calcium gt; 12 mg/dL (gt; 3 mmol/L) or ionized calcium gt; 6 mg/dL (greater than 1.5 mmol/L). The most common cause is iatrogenic. GI signs may occur (eg, anorexia, vomiting, constipation) and sometimes lethargy or seizures. Treatment is IV normal saline plus furosemide and sometimes corticosteroids, calcitonin , and bisphosphonates.
(See also general discussion of hypercalcemia.)
Neonatal hypercalcemia meaning & definition 1 of Neonatal hypercalcemia.
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