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Is Elevated Potassium Level A Serious Cause For Concern?
i have been told for the second time that my numbers for potassium are 6.2, I thought 5.7 was high. My doctor does not seem to think its a problem yet. I ve not been told anything about what to eat and what not to eat. I eat pretty much everything. I have not been told anything about kidney issues. Whats my next move? - Thanks - E.J.
Wed, 15 Oct 2014
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Elevated potassium levels primarily affect a person's heart. When potassium builds up in the bloodstream, often because the kidneys aren't properly filtering it out, people may experience weakness accompanied by an irregular heartbeat and other symptoms. This condition, called hyperkalemia.
Elevated potassium levels primarily affect a person's heart. When potassium builds up in the bloodstream, often because the kidneys aren't properly filtering it out, people may experience weakness accompanied by an irregular heartbeat and other symptoms. This condition, called hyperkalemia.
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