Hypercalcaemia

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Hypercalcemia, also spelled hypercalcaemia, is a high calcium (Ca2+) level in the blood serum. The normal range is 2.1\u20132.6 mmol/L (8.8\u201310.7 mg/dL, 4.3\u20135.2 mEq/L), with levels greater than 2.6 mmol/L defined as hypercalcemia. Those with a mild increase that has developed slowly typically have no symptoms. In those with greater levels or rapid onset, symptoms may include abdominal pain, bone pain, confusion, depression, weakness, kidney stones or an abnormal heart rhythm includin...

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pamidronate and dehydration

How important is hydration before and after 90 mg IV ## Hello, Cord! How are you? It really depends, it can cause diarrhea as a side effect in some people, so in that case, dehydration could be a concern, as listed by the FDA. However, conversely, it can cause lowered urinary output or urinary retention in some people, as side effects, so taking in too much fluids could be dangerous in such cases. What did your doctor advise? ## Will it was not discussed by Doctor. They gave 4 hour dose Sunday at 6 to 10 pm at midnight put on pto no fluids than Monday at midnight pto again no fluids. 48 hours no fluids Thursday morning had renal failure as of that Monday test for kidneys was fine. Passed awary 4 days later. All the doctor commented was a unexpected turn around. The IV line for chemo was...

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inj pamidro 60mg

is this medication administered for treating ankylosing spondylitis ? what are the side effect that may develop from pamidro? ## Pamidronate is used to treat various conditions that affect bones, because it can help prevent further deterioration. Side effects can include: bone pain, nausea, dizziness and low calcium levels. Read more: Are there any questions or comments?

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