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ConditionName
Hypernatremia
ConditionDescription
Symptoms
May be asymptomatic; Excessive thirst; Fatigue; Confusion;
PhysicalFindings
Muscle twitching or spasms;
ClinicalTests
Serum sodium;
RiskFactors
IsRedFlag
IsNPLEX
Consequence
Seizures and coma;
ProgressionFromCondition
Dehydration; Vomiting; Kidney disease; Uncontrolled diabetes; Diabetes insipidus; Extreme diarrhea; Dementia; Fever; Delirium; Certain medications; Large areas of burned skin;
TreatmentOptions
PharmOptions
WebLink
https://www.merckmanuals.com/professional/endocrine-and-metabolic-disorders/electrolyte-disorders/hypernatremia
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