Lithium - Induced Nephrogenic Diabetes insipidus

We report a case of a 43 year-old female who presented with lithium-induced nephrogenic diabetes insipidus. This patient had history of bipolar disorder for which she had been taking lithium carbonate for last 16 years. Appropriate work up was done and she was diagnosed with nephrogenic diabetes insipidus, secondary to lithium toxicity, and was managed accordingly

Extra pontine myelinolysis associated with hypophosphatemia

We report a unique association of extra-pontine myelinolysis with severe hypophosphatemia developing in a young lady with a prolonged febrile illness and inadequate oral intake.The late identification of severe hypophosphatemia resulted in extra-pontine myelinolysis. Gradual improvement in clinical status was noticed with phosphate replacement and good supportive care