Gitelman syndrome
Gitelman syndrome (GS), also referred to as familial hypokalemia-hypomagnesemia, is characterized by hypokalemic metabolic alkalosis in combination with significant hypomagnesemia and low urinary calcium excretion.
Also known as: Gitelman syndrome, hypomagnesemia-hypokalemia, primary renotubular, with hypocalciuria, primary renal tubular hypokalemic hypomagnesemia with hypocalciuria, GTLMNS, Gitelman's syndrome, familial hypokalemia-hypomagnesemia.
Category: General
Symptoms associated with Gitelman syndrome
The following symptoms have been associated with Gitelman syndrome in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Abdominal pain
An unpleasant sensation characterized by physical discomfort (such as pricking, throbbing, or aching) and perc...
Arthralgia
Joint pain....
Blurred vision
Lack of sharpness of vision resulting in the inability to see fine detail....
Constipation
Infrequent or difficult evacuation of feces....
Failure to thrive
Failure to thrive (FTT) refers to a child whose physical growth is substantially below the norm....
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Generalized muscle weakness
Generalized weakness or decreased strength of the muscles, affecting both distal and proximal musculature....
Hypotension
Low Blood Pressure, vascular hypotension....
Muscle weakness
Reduced strength of muscles....
Palpitations
A sensation that the heart is pounding or racing, which is a non-specific sign but may be a manifestation of a...
Paresthesia
Abnormal sensations such as tingling, pricking, or numbness of the skin with no apparent physical cause....
Recurrent fever
Periodic (episodic or recurrent) bouts of fever....
Seizure
A seizure is an intermittent abnormality of nervous system physiology characterized by a transient occurrence ...
Vertigo
An abnormal sensation of spinning while the body is actually stationary....
Vomiting
Forceful ejection of the contents of the stomach through the mouth by means of a series of involuntary spasmic...
Tests used to investigate Gitelman syndrome
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Gitelman syndrome. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gitelman syndrome?
Gitelman syndrome is a health condition described in medical literature. Gitelman syndrome (GS), also referred to as familial hypokalemia-hypomagnesemia, is characterized by hypokalemic metabolic alkalosis in combination with significant hypomagnesemia and low urinary calcium excretion.
What are the symptoms of Gitelman syndrome?
Gitelman syndrome is associated with 15 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Abdominal pain, Arthralgia, Blurred vision, Constipation, Failure to thrive, Fatigue. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Gitelman syndrome diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Gitelman syndrome include CBC with Differential, Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP), Urinalysis. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Gitelman syndrome, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.