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My mom just called me from hosp and said she is on magnesium. why would they give a patient with copd, chf and diabetic magnesium? maybe she's confused
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It is very good: For both COPD and chf she should continue at home if her doc agrees.
Answered 6/10/2014
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Mag deficiency: It is better to check magnesium and if deficient, it has to be given to prevent heart rhythm abnormalities.
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