Comparison of serum magnesium values among sulfur mustard induced asthma with non- chemical asthmatic in Iranian war victims

ABSTRACT

Sulfur mustard as a chemical weapon was used during imposed war against I.R. Iran. We investigate the comparison of serum magnesium values between sulfur mustard asthmatic victims and non-chemical asthmatic patients and magnesium status evaluates between the two groups. Seventy-five consecutive and volunteers Patients with sulfur mustard -induced asthma were enrolled in the study. Confirmations of chemical exposure with sulfur mustard and involvement to asthma were documented by a definite criterion. Normal serum Mg value was 1.8-2.6 mg/dl. Seventy- five patients as mustard exposure were selected with mean age [46.78 +/- 10.15]. Mean Mg value was [1/96 +/- 0.19]. Magnesium deficiency was found in 15% of the patients. the significant difference was found between the two groups. [P<0.05]. Mg ion has significant role in management and therapeutic of asthma disease. Reducing Mg level may cause increased rate of hospitalization and morbidity. Considering Mg deficiency and diagnosis in MS induced asthma conduct to better results from management