| Literature DB >> 27493437 |
Abstract
Inadequate breastfeeding may result in malnutrition, hypernatremic dehydration and catastrophic outcomes. We describe a case of severe breast feeding associated hypernatremia which was complicated by acute seizures and severe hyperglycemia. The baby's condition was initially confused with neonatal diabetes mellitus.Entities:
Keywords: Breast feeding; Hyperglycemia; Hypernatremia; Milk
Year: 2015 PMID: 27493437 PMCID: PMC4958663
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Sudan J Paediatr ISSN: 0256-4408