Hypocalcemic seizures
Information about Hypocalcemic seizures.
Also called: Low calcium seizures, Seizures due to hypocalcemia.
Conditions associated with hypocalcemic seizures
The following conditions have been associated with hypocalcemic seizures in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
Autoimmune hypoparathyroidism
Autoimmune hypoparathyroidism is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Pseudohypoparathyroidism type 1A
Pseudohypoparathyroidism type 1A is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs...
Pseudohypoparathyroidism type 1C
Pseudohypoparathyroidism type 1C is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs...
renal hypomagnesemia 3
Familial primary hypomagnesemia with hypercalciuria and nephrocalcinosis without severe ocular involvement (FH...
Tests providers may use to investigate hypocalcemic seizures
When investigating hypocalcemic seizures, a healthcare provider may order one or more of the following laboratory tests. 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....
Symptoms commonly seen alongside hypocalcemic seizures
Anxiety
Intense feelings of nervousness, tension, or panic often arise in response to interpersonal stresses. There is...
Depression
Frequently experiencing feelings of being down, miserable, and/or hopeless; struggling to recover from these m...
Failure to thrive
Failure to thrive (FTT) refers to a child whose physical growth is substantially below the norm....
Muscle weakness
Reduced strength of muscles....
Seizure
A seizure is an intermittent abnormality of nervous system physiology characterized by a transient occurrence ...
Vomiting
Forceful ejection of the contents of the stomach through the mouth by means of a series of involuntary spasmic...
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if hypocalcemic seizures is severe, persistent, worsening, or accompanied by concerning symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the symptom hypocalcemic seizures mean?
Hypocalcemic seizures is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. Information about Hypocalcemic seizures.
Which conditions are associated with hypocalcemic seizures?
Hypocalcemic seizures has been reported in association with 4 conditions in the medical literature we index, including Autoimmune hypoparathyroidism, Pseudohypoparathyroidism type 1A, Pseudohypoparathyroidism type 1C, renal hypomagnesemia 3. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about hypocalcemic seizures?
You should discuss any persistent or concerning symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider. This website does not provide diagnosis. If you have severe symptoms or signs of a medical emergency, seek care immediately.