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  • Endocrinology
  • Neurology
  • Internal Medicine

Background:

  • Electrolyte imbalances can manifest with diverse neurological and psychological symptoms.
  • Hypomagnesemia, hypocalcemia, and hypokalemia are critical electrolyte disturbances requiring thorough investigation.

Observation:

  • A patient presented with anxiety, hyperventilation, perioral paresthesia, and digital paresthesia.
  • Initial investigations revealed concurrent hypomagnesemia, hypocalcemia, and hypokalemia.

Findings:

  • The patient's symptoms were directly correlated with significant deficiencies in magnesium, calcium, and potassium.
  • A potential mechanistic pathway linking these electrolyte derangements to the observed clinical presentation is proposed.

Implications:

  • Highlights the critical interplay between electrolytes and neurological/psychological function.
  • Underscores the importance of comprehensive electrolyte assessment in patients with unexplained neurological symptoms.
  • Informs clinical practice regarding the diagnosis and management of complex electrolyte disturbances.