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Hypomagnesemia

Definition:

Hypomagnesemia means low levels of magnesium in the blood.



Alternative Names: Low blood magnesium; Magnesium - low

Causes, incidence, and risk factors:

Several conditions can cause hypomagnesemia, including:

The condition also can be caused by the use of drugs that increase urine output (diuretics).



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Review Date: 8/14/2007
Reviewed By: Charles Silberberg, DO, Private Practice specializing in Nephrology, Affiliated with NY Medical College, Division of Nephrology, Valhalla, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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