What can be done for dangerously low potassium? answers (278)

A: Hyperkalemia (AE) or Hyperkalaemia (be) is an elevated blood level (above 5.0 mmol/L) of the electrolyte Potassium. The prefix hyper- means high (contrast with hypo-, meaning low). The middle kal refers to kalium, which is German for Potassium. The end portion of the word, -emia, means "in the blood". Extreme degrees of hyperkalemia are considered a medical emergency due to the risk of potentially fatal arrhythmias. WAS THIS INforMATION HELPFUL? Hyperkalemia is a condition where the levels of K in the blood are higher than normal, in Cardiology by detecting changes in the ECG, Doctors and Technologist are able to identify this imbalance of this electrolyte and according to the...

A: Pouring a big bag of sugar in your mouth and swallowing is pretty unsafe white bread, carbs REGULAR SODA!!!!! And anything else is high in sugar. sugar will spike your gluclose level then drop u really quickly Peas, Potatoes, Corn These are the ones my nutritionist told me to really watch. Someone else said it''s different with every diabetic and that''s true. The simplest way explained to me is to have no more than 1 serving of each of the 5 food groups on your plate. Try not to skip a food group. Never go more than 4 hours without eating and every 2 is ideal. If you are still hungry after a meal and must have more than fill up on meat and veggies except for the 3 main ones Peas, Potatoes, Corn. Substitute anything...

A: Type 1 diabetes usually requires insulin shots...type 2 diabetes when discovered early and not real high, can usually be managed through diet and exercise and if not, oral medication will be added.... Either type of diabetes is lethal. People with diabetes, either type one or type two, still run the risk of heart attack, stroke, blindness, etc. The only difference is that sometimes type one diabetes can be more dangerous than type two because people with type one can sometimes bring the wildest...

A: You have an electrolyte imbalance. This can be dietary, thyroid-related, medication-related or from many other health concerns. You should schedule an appointment with your M.D. to evaluate your personal situation. low sodium can relate to your thryoid glands, some people with low sodium and low iodine can develop goiters and need to increase iodine intake. Assuming you aren''t consuming way too much water, low sodium otherwise known as hyponatremia can be caused by hormonal imbalances such as Addison''s disease or hypothyroidism, some...

A: you are just at the boarder. the best thing for you to do is to stop worrying.l know many healthy individuals with your very same blood pressure. The best way to control it is through proper diet and exercise. Do not overdo it at the beginning. As a word of caution, many people who go on meds, seem to think it is okay to make poor nutritional choices and be sedentary. This may not be your scenerio, but you do seem like a worrier, and that can be a contributing factor. Dont worry about the worst case scenerio or you will not get better. Think about

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A: Celery lower blood pressure. Less meat, less egg, more exercise. there is no non-surgical remnedy for sinus polyps if they are bigger than 1cm - they need to be surgically removed. They can be shrunk a little by avoiding allergens, salicylates and vasoactive amines; also by prescribed medication. There are several natural remedies that reduce blood pressure a little; including Garlic, Turmeric and Celery. HOwever, they are not as effective as prescribed medication. beware of quacks who tell you otherwise. hello, Garlic is good for blood pressure also use only cold...

A: Metabolic acidosis management is the process of treating metabolic acidosis, a serious, life-threatening medical condition. The condition occurs when there is a build-up of acid in the blood that the kidneys cannot remove. Management of metabolic acidosis can be broken down into four steps: emergency, cause, losses and specifics (ECLS).. Shortness of breath, rapid heartbeat, chest pain, nausea, vomiting and fainting are all metabolic acidosis symptoms. These symptoms can be quite severe and typically require immediate medical care. This is the "emergency" step of metabolic acidosis management. Paramedics treating the patient may administer...

A: You have an electrolyte imbalance. This can be dietary, thyroid-related, medication-related or from many other health concerns. You should schedule an appointment with your M.D. to evaluate your personal situation. low sodium can relate to your thryoid glands, some people with low sodium and low iodine can develop goiters and need to increase iodine intake. Assuming you aren''t consuming way too much water, low sodium otherwise known as hyponatremia can be caused by hormonal imbalances such as Addison''s disease or hypothyroidism, some...

A: I had the open rny and everyday I have to take 2 kids chewablevitamins(bugs bunny, they are SF) and 4 SF Tums, plus I eat 1-2 protienbars a day, they are loaded with vitamins :o) Good luck! whatever your doc tells you!!!!! i know they all want us on calcuim(makesure it is calcuim citrate) and multi-vits but they all have their ownprotocol. As far as special meds, some doctors prescribe Actigall (until 6 months) ifyou still have your gallbladder post-op as rapid weight loss promotes theformation of gall stones. My surgeon wrote me a Rx for it, but I neverfilled it and no gallstones.<p>As far as vitamins and minerals, the need is greater with the RNYoperation

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A: Most cases of high blood pressure are due to constriction of the arteries. High blood pressure can also be brought on from kidney problems, increased stress, poor diet habits, lack of exercise and dangerous toxins. Here are some herbs for high blood pressure without any side effects. ---quote ----- Turmeric - a powerful East-Indian herb used in curry dishes, turmeric extract contains curcumin which is a strong anti-inflammatory. Ginkgo Biloba - from the large tree indigenous to the mountains of China, gingko biloba improves blood circulation and dilates arteries, reducing blood pressure. Hawthorn berry - Also known as the mayflower, hawthorn opens the coronary...