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Low Sodium In Blood (Hyponatremia) Learning Center

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Hyponatremia is a metabolic condition in which there is not enough sodium in the body fluids outside the cells.Dilutional hyponatremia; Euvolemic hyponatremia; Hypervolemic hyponatremia; Hypovolemic hyponatremia.Sodium ...

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Symptoms
Common symptoms include:Abnormal mental status ConfusionDecreased consciousnessHallucinationsPossible comaConvulsio...
Causes
Sodium circulates in the body fluids outside the cells. It is very important for maintaining blood pressure.
Tests
The following laboratory tests can confirm hyponatremia: Serum osmolalitySerum sodiumUrine osmolalityUrine sodiumA ...
Treatments
The cause of hyponatremia must be treated, especially in the case of cancer where radiation, chemotherapy, or surgery...
Drugs
Complications
Common symptoms include:Abnormal mental status ConfusionDecreased consciousnessHallucinationsPossible comaConvulsio...
Prevention
Treating the condition that is causing hyponatremia can help. If you play any demanding sports, drink fluids that co...
Doctor Specialties
Hyponatremia can be a life-threatening emergency. Call your health care provider if you have symptoms of this condition.

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