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Hypokalemia: Physiology. For a full explanation of the signs/symptoms of hypokalemia, please see our slide on Hypokalemia: Clinical Findings.
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Hypokalemia (say "hy-poh-kay-LEE-mee-uh") is a low level of potassium in the blood. Potassium is both an electrolyte and a mineral. It helps keep the right mix of fluids in your body. It also helps keep your heart beating normally and your nerves and muscles working as they should. What causes it?
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hypokalemia that takes into account the ascendency of the clinical context in determining cause, aligning the educational strategy with a practical approach to diagnosis; and therapeutic approaches in managing hyperkalemia when chronic and in the emergency or hospital ward. In sum, we provide here our conference deliberations on
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Hypokalemia (say "hy-po-kuh-LEE-mee-uh") is a low level of potassium. The heart, muscles, kidneys, and nervous system all need potassium to work well. This problem has many different causes. Kidney problems, diet, and medicines like diuretics and laxatives can cause it. So can vomiting or diarrhea.
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Mar 1, 2024 · Mild hypokalemia can be easily treated with oral potassium supplements and dietary changes. In contrast, severe hypokalemia can lead to life-threatening complications such as cardiac arrhythmias, respiratory failure, and renal dysfunction if left untreated or undiagnosed.
