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18 Σεπ 2018 · The main symptom of hypernatremia is excessive thirst. Other symptoms are lethargy, which is extreme fatigue and lack of energy, and possibly confusion. Advanced cases may also cause muscle...
24 Αυγ 2023 · Symptoms and signs of hypernatremia are secondary to central nervous system dysfunction and are seen when serum sodium rises rapidly or is greater than 160 meq/L. Infants and Children present with irritability and agitation, which can progress to lethargy, somnolence, and coma.
16 Φεβ 2023 · In some cases, hypernatremia causes symptoms such as excessive thirst, fatigue, muscle weakness, irritability, and confusion. However, it may not cause any symptoms.
The major symptom of hypernatremia is thirst. The absence of thirst in conscious patients with hypernatremia suggests an impaired thirst mechanism. Patients with difficulty communicating or ambulating may be unable to express thirst or obtain access to water.
26 Μαρ 2024 · Hypernatremia is a high level of sodium in the blood, often caused by poor intake of fluids. Infants and older people are most at risk. Learn what the clinical signs of hypernatremia are, plus what causes and how to correct hypernatremia.
Signs and symptoms. The major symptom is thirst. [8][9] The most important signs result from brain cell shrinkage and include confusion, muscle twitching or spasms. With severe elevations, seizures and comas may occur. [8]
3 Ιαν 2023 · Acute symptomatic hypernatremia, defined as hypernatremia occurring in a documented period of less than 24 hours, should be corrected rapidly. Chronic hypernatremia (> 48 h), however, should be...
