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There are a few serious side effects with total parenteral nutrition (TPN), a method of delivering liquid nutrients intravenously. You could get a potentially fatal reaction called refeeding syndrome, which is caused by getting too much TPN solution at once. Some warning signs include:
- convulsions/seizures
- swelling in the hands, feet or legs
- stomach pain, upset stomach, vomiting
- difficulty breathing
- fever or chills
- memory loss
- slow heart rate
- muscle weakness or stiffness
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