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Can you tell me for hypomagnesemia, how to treat?
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Low Magnesium: The treatment for hypomagnesemia (H) is replacement magnesium (M) Finding the cause of (H) is as important as its treatment. Causes of H are alcoholism, diarrhea, diuretic use, increased calcium levels, certain drugs such as proton pump inhibitors and malnutrition, among others. You should see a physician for a diagnosis of H and a treatment plan for a cure to resolve it and preventing it.
Answered 7/15/2014
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