What is the Pathophysiology of hypernatremia?

Answer 1

--> causes of hypernatremia

--> increased serum osmolality

--> water shifts from cell to plasma

--> cells shrink

---> manifestation

Answer 2

Hypernatremia occurs when there is a deficit of free water relative to sodium in the body, leading to an increase in serum sodium levels. This imbalance can be caused by inadequate water intake, excessive water loss (e.g., through sweating or increased urine output), or a combination of both. As a result, cells shrink due to dehydration, leading to symptoms such as confusion, weakness, and, in severe cases, neurological symptoms like seizures.