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A: Condition of low potassium levels in blood is called hypokalemia. This condition can develop because of loss of excessive potassium in urine & GI tract due to vomiting, diarrhea, use of medicines like diuretics, renal impairment, eating disorders, excessive use of laxatives, and increased levels of a hormone called aldosterone. Symptoms of hypokalemia are muscle cramps, weakness, fatigue, abnormal heartbeat and constipation. So, hot flashes are not caused by low potassium levels directly. Hot flashes in younger women can occur before start of periods due to hormonal changes and in...

A: Hi SarahAnne, A low bun/creatinine ratio may be nonspecific (not indicative of any underlying disorder) or may present due to dietary deficiencies (low protein), certain medications, a severe muscle injury called rhabdomyolysis, syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone secretion (SIADH), liver dysfunction, etc. etc. low potassium levels may also be diet, medication induced, etc. Decreased levels of this electrolyte, may cause muscle cramps, particularly in the calves, irregular heart rhythms etc. The elevated Corisol levels also need re-evaluated to identify if there is an underlying endocrine dysfunction. I...

A: Not mentioned in this link tho there are many other symptoms of low potassium http://www.emedicinehealth.com/low_potassium/p age3_em.htm Yes hyperkalemia (low potassium) can cause depression. I hope if that''s the case it will be sorted for you. Good luck. It could be. What do they think is causing the suspected low potassium level, if you want to say? I believe it is mentioned right at the bottom, weeal. oops soz i speed read half way down the symptoms hi thanx 4 ur replys, not sure of cause jenna1978. well 4 abt 2yrs i have lost all confidence, feel horrible abt myself, n all tired n loads...

A: Condition of having low potassium levels in blood is called hypokalemia. It can be due to many reasons. Muscle weakness is one of the symptoms of hypokalemia. So, having only this symptom does not means that you are having low blood potassium levels because many conditions can cause muscle weakness. Other symptoms of low potassium are irregular heartbeat, paralysis, constipation and fatigue. If you are suspecting hypokalemia then visit a doctor for differential diagnosis and most appropriate treatment....

A: Hi Benjamin, Thanks for asking my opinion on "Allexperts". In metabolic acidosis, the kidneys must reabsorb all the filtered bicarbonate and contribute new bicarbonate through increased formation and excretion of NH4+ and titratable acid. This process requires the activity of the Na-K-ATPase which maintains a low enough intracellular sodium concentration so that the apical membrane Na-H antiporter will secrete hydrogen ions. Recall, however, that this process is limited by the availability of buffers. Thus, if the acid load is too great or the problem is in the kidneys themselves, the bicarbonate concentration will remain low. Hence, the excess hydrogen ions are buffered in the cells. (Not necessarily skeletal muscle). In this...

A: Spironolactone is a diuretic or water pill that is used to treat fluid retention in people with high blood pressure, congestive heart failure, liver disease or kidney problems. Spironolactone is a potassium-sparing diuretic that prevents your body from absorbing too much salt and keeps your potassium levels from getting too low. However, in combination with certain medications, like Diovan (an angiotensin-II receptor blocker), the risk of high blood potassium levels or hyperkalemia is increased. Signs and symptoms of hyperkalemia include weakness, confusion, tingling of the extremities, and irregular heartbeat. When your doctor prescribes a...

A: When I get charlie horses frequently I eat a banana a day. drink Gadorade,and decrease my sodium. There has to be so much potassium to however muchsodium is in your body. A Charlie Horse is a muscle spasm and comes onsuddenly. A blood clot is when your leg or whatever extremity gets hotturns red and is very painful also. The pain can also be felt when thefoot is flexed like a charlie horse. After I get a charlie horse in mycalf the next day I still have that kink feel in it. I point and flex myfoot real hard back and forth slowly and hold it 20 times, and it gets thekink out so you can atleast walk correctly. I hope this helps. (NursingStudent)Shannon D A charlie horse is a muscle cramp commonly caused by low

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A: High blood levels of potassium is called hyperkalemia. potassium is a mineral that is found in many foods, such as squash, baked potatoes (skin on), spinach, lentils, broccoli, brussels sprouts, zucchini, kidney or navy beans, raisins, watermelon, orange juice, bananas, cantaloupe, and low-fat milk or yogurt.. It is important for the proper functioning of muscles, including the heart muscle. Hyperkalemia can be caused by a variety of things, such as kidney problems and medications. Sometimes, people with hyperkalemia may not have any symptoms. When symptoms are present they can include slow or uneven heartbeat, muscle weakness or limp feeling, severe stomach pain,...

A: The migraines are not caused by low potassium levels in blood. It symptoms includes nausea, cramps, constipation, palpitation, feeling thirsty, more urine, fainting, low blood pressure, depression and headache but not migraine....

A: No, low potassium levels do not cause symptoms similar to that of dementia. This condition causes some other symptoms. For details, visit this link.. ...