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Treating the condition that is causing hyponatremia can help. If you play any demanding sports, drink fluids that contain electrolytes (“sports drinks”).
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Patients who take diuretic medications must be checked regularly for the development of hyponatremia.
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This test measures the amount of sodium in the blood.Blood is drawn from a vein, usually from the inside of the elbow or the back of the hand. The site is cleaned with germ-killing medicine(antiseptic).
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