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What Is The Cause For High Levels Of Potassium In The Body?
I am 76 yrs an active male that works daily and the doc says I have a high count of potassium ... what would cause this. I don't take a lot of pills but I have a lot of gas and take tums a lot to calm my gut from hurting. I have noticed that my neck mucsles cramp up on me every night. I am not over weight ... I eat lightly thru out the day and eat a meal at night. I have red wine with dinner. I don't smoke. but I did years ago but that was 30yrs. what do you think of a high potassium count...doc
Thu, 26 Dec 2013
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Hyperkalemia should not be ignored. It can cause heart problems if it is high. A thorough check up to find out the cause is warranted. We should rule out kidney failure, muscle disease and bleeding from gut. Kindly see a general physician for proper evaluation. Skip the wine as it worsens your acidity and gas.
Hope this helped,
Take care.
Welcome to healthcare magic,
Hyperkalemia should not be ignored. It can cause heart problems if it is high. A thorough check up to find out the cause is warranted. We should rule out kidney failure, muscle disease and bleeding from gut. Kindly see a general physician for proper evaluation. Skip the wine as it worsens your acidity and gas.
Hope this helped,
Take care.
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