10 Electrolyte Imbalance Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Electrolyte Imbalance Symptom #3: Fasciculations
A fasciculation, or twitching, is the involuntary, local, and small repetition of muscle contraction and relaxation. At times, it may be visible under the skin. It can occur in any part of the body. Deeper muscles that are affected can be detected using electromyography. Fasciculations occur when there is spontaneous depolarization of a lower motor neuron.
There are many conditions that can cause fasciculations. Most of these conditions are benign. Some pathological conditions include electrolyte imbalance (such as magnesium deficiency), poliomyelitis, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, organophosphate poisoning, and rabies.
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