What are the manifestations of hyponatremia in the elderly?
Disease description:
Recently, Grandpa has been feeling excessively sleepy and experiencing vomiting. After searching online, it mentioned a possible suspicion of hyponatremia. I would like to know what symptoms hyponatremia in the elderly typically presents with.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Lei
Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, difficulty breathing, and seizures. In elderly patients, hyponatremia generally presents with gastrointestinal and neurological discomfort, but symptoms vary depending on the severity of the condition. If an older adult has only mild hyponatremia, they may experience only dizziness and drowsiness. However, severe cases can lead to intense headache, difficulty breathing, arrhythmia, and even coma, seizures, and cerebral edema.
