Sodium level drop and faded memory

2020-05-01 11:47:06
Recently my father had a drop in sodium levels nd stayed in drowsy state for more than 24 hours. After being treated in hospital, his memory is faded away. We are not sure if his memory gets back. Please suggest how to proceed
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Hypernatremia is common in old persons it is corrected slowly otherwise it might give rise to porntime myelinolysis You have to have the patience and I consider most of the doctors are treating it well

Answered2020-05-01 17:52:44

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This may be a condition known as nph. Will need detailed history and evaluation. Kindly consult on the app.

Answered2020-05-01 12:19:09

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