Abstract
Abstract
French
Two cases of ataxia as the primary symptom of lithium toxicity are presented. The authors discuss these cases in regard to previous literature. Usually, lithium toxicity is suspected only after a combination of several symptoms appear. This report points out the possibility of lithium toxicity presenting with only one symptom. The possibility of a synergistic effect between Phenytoin and lithium is suggested in one of the cases.
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