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Respiratory Alkalosis
Respiratory alkalosis is a condition marked by low levels of carbon dioxide in the blood. See also: Alkalosis
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Symptoms
The symptoms may include: Dizziness; Light-headedness; Numbness of the hands and feet.
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Causes
Common causes include: Anxiety; Fever; Hyperventilation. Any lung disease that leads to shortness of breath can also re...
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Tests
Arterial blood gas; Chest x-ray; Pulmonary function test.
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Treatments
Treatment is aimed at the condition that causes respiratory alkalosis. Breathing into a paper bag - or using a mask tha...
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Drugs
No known drug therapy
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Complications
Seizures may occur if the alkalosis is extremely severe. This is very rare.
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Prevention
Deep breathing exercises
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Call your health care provider if you have any symptoms of lung disease, such as chronic cough or shortness of breath.
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