Gitelman Syndrome in 3 Months ANC
Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences (IOSR-JDMS) - Year 2019, Vol 18, Issue 1
Abstract
Our patient,26 year female with 3 months ANC presented with chief complaints of bilateral upper and lower limb weakness since 8-10 days with inability to walk and get up from sitting since 8-10 days.Clinical examination reveals power is diminished in all four limbs and deep tendon reflex absent.There was no history of any drugs taken(Thiazide and Potassium supplementation) Laboratory evaluation revealed hypokalemia, hypomagnesemia, metabollic alkalosis, Increased urinary chloride excretion, anddecreased urinary calcium excretion. Renal function test was within normal limits. Renal ultrasound was normal. A diagnosis of Gitelman syndrome established after excluding other probable diagnosis.
Authors and Affiliations
Dr. Manjiri Naik, Dr. Hemang Vaniya, Dr. Aseem Saifan, Dr. Sachin Chate
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