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Hyperkalemia is a condition caused by higher than normal levels of potassium in the bloodstream. |
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Symptoms
Hyperkalemia often has no symptoms. Occasionally, people may have the following symptoms: Irregular heartbeat; Nausea...
Causes
Potassium is involved in regulating muscle tissue, and is part of digestion, metabolism, and homeostasis (maintaining...
Tests
ECG may show changes related to hyperkalemia; Pulse may be slow or irregular; Serum potassium is high.
Treatments
Cardiac arrest (absent heartbeat) may occur at any time during the treatment of hyperkalemia. Hospitalization and clo...
Complications
Arrhythmias; Cardiac arrest; Changes in nerve and muscle (neuromuscular) control.
Prevention
Treat disorders that may cause hyperkalemia promptly. Monitor serum potassium if you have one of these conditions. Yo...
Doctor Specialties
Go to the emergency room or call the local emergency number (such as 911) if you have symptoms of hyperkalemia. Emerg...
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