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Low Sodium In Blood (Hyponatremia)
Hyponatremia involves not having enough sodium in the body fluids outside the cells.
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Symptoms
Common symptoms include: Convulsions; Fatigue; Headache; Irritability; Loss of appetite; Muscle spasms or cramps; Muscl...
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Causes
Sodium circulates in the body fluids outside the cells. It is very important for maintaining blood pressure. Sodium is ...
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Tests
The following laboratory tests can confirm hyponatremia: Serum osmolality; Serum sodium; Urine osmolality; Urine sodium...
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Treatments
The cause of hyponatremia must be treated, especially in the case of cancer where radiation, chemotherapy, or surgery t...
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Drugs
conivaptan
furosemide
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Risk Factors
Cirrhosis
Congestive heart failure
diuretics
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Complications
Brain herniation; Death; Possible coma.
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Prevention
Treating the condition that is causing hyponatremia can help. If you play any demanding sports, drink fluids that conta...
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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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