My Mom had a low sodium level of 115 when we arrived at the ER.  The ER said this was due to prolonged alcohol abuse.  They gave her sodium chloride and magnesium IVs for 3 days.  Since she has been home for the past 4 days, she has been very fatigued and just out of it. She has had no drinks at all!  It is starting to worry me because it almost seems like there has been no improvement.  Any thoughts?
HiT hanks for askingBased on your query my opinion is1. Decreased sodium intake in diet due to alcohol abuse could have caused hyponatremia.2. Other causes being loss of sodium due to vomiting secondary to alcohol induced gastritis.3. Excessive intake of water without adequate nutritional intake may cause hyponatremia.4. Your mothers' nutrition need to be improved besides discontinuing alcohol intake as alcoholism decreases appetite.5. Certain medicines cause low sodium levels. Check if she is on any anti depressants or anti-inflammatory Chat Doctor. Hope this helpsRegards