Magnesium deficiency

Lower than normal levels of magnesium in the circulating blood

Symptoms of Magnesium deficiency

The following features are indicative of Magnesium deficiency:
  • loss of appetite
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • fatigue
  • weakness
It is possible that Magnesium deficiency shows no physical symptoms and still is present in a patient.

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Common Causes of Magnesium deficiency

The following are the most common causes of Magnesium deficiency:
  • inadequate diet
  • alcohol abuse
  • chronic stress
  • poorly controlled diabetes
  • chronic vomiting

Risk Factors for Magnesium deficiency

The following factors may increase the likelihood of Magnesium deficiency:
  • fat malabsorption
  • episodes of chronic diarrhea
  • type 2 diabetes
  • more prominent in people with alcohol dependence
  • adult age

Prevention of Magnesium deficiency

Yes, it may be possible to prevent Magnesium deficiency. Prevention may be possible by doing the following:
  • stay within daily calorie needs
  • limit use of saturated fats in diet
  • restrict use of sugars in diet
  • intake of dark green leafy vegetables

Occurrence of Magnesium deficiency

Number of Cases

The following are the number of Magnesium deficiency cases seen each year worldwide:
  • Common between 1 - 10 Million cases

Common Age Group

Magnesium deficiency can occur at any age.

Common Gender

Magnesium deficiency can occur in any gender.

Lab Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis of Magnesium deficiency

The following lab tests and procedures are used to detect Magnesium deficiency:
  • Blood test: To diagnose magnesium level in blood
  • Comprehensive metabolic panel: To provide an overall picture of body's chemical balance and metabolism

Complications of Magnesium deficiency if untreated

Yes, Magnesium deficiency causes complications if it is not treated. Below is the list of complications and problems that may arise if Magnesium deficiency is left untreated:
  • seizures
  • coronary spasms
  • hypocalcemia
  • hypokalemia

Self-care for Magnesium deficiency

The following self-care actions or lifestyle changes may help in the treatment or management of Magnesium deficiency:
  • Intake of whole grains and dark-green leafy vegetables: Considered to be as good sources of magnesium

Time for Treatment of Magnesium deficiency

While time-period of treatment for each patient may vary, below is the typical time-period for Magnesium deficiency to resolve if treated properly under an expert supervision:
  • More than 1 year

Last updated date

This page was last updated on 2/04/2019.
This page provides information for Magnesium deficiency.

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