Hypocalcemia Masquerading as Schizophreniform Disorder.
Among the symptoms of hypocalcemia, tetany, papilledema, and seizures may occur in patients who develop hypocalcemia acutely. We describe a rare case of hypocalcemia presenting as schizophreniform disorder. Among other presentations of hypocalcemia, one should also look for the relation between psychotic symptoms and calcium levels in a patient presenting with psychotic symptoms.
Department of Psychiatry, Government Medical College and Hospital, Chandigarh, India.
Shivangi
S
Mehta
Department of Neurology, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India.
Sahil
S
Mehta
Hypocalcemia; psychotic symptoms; schizophreniform disorder