What is the primary cause of tetany?

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23 May 2018
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Tetany occurs due to hypocalcemia, which means a deficiency of calcium in the blood. Elevated calcium levels (hypercalcemia), bacterial infection by Clostridium tetani, or low oxygen levels do not directly cause tetany.

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