1. An abnormally low level of magnesium in the blood.
Usage: medical term; also called hypomagnesaemia in British English

Examples

• The patient was diagnosed with hypomagnesemia after blood tests revealed insufficient magnesium levels.
• Hypomagnesemia can cause muscle weakness and cardiac arrhythmias.
• Chronic diarrhea may lead to hypomagnesemia due to poor nutrient absorption.
• The doctor prescribed magnesium supplements to treat the hypomagnesemia.
• Hypomagnesemia is often associated with other electrolyte imbalances.