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Is Potassium Level 8 In Blood Normal?
Brief Answer:
High potassium may indicate low hydrocortisone dose.
Detailed Answer:
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I read your query and understood your concern.
High potassium level in your case may be a sign of insufficient hydrocortisone intake. In special situations ( when the body is in stress) the needs for cortisone are higher. In XXXXXXX disease where the adrenal gland can' t produce cortisol, is recommended to raise the dose of hydrocortisone you take. It may be a sign of excessive intake too.
It should be corrected as soon as possible because may have dangerous effects (arythmia for eg.).
Your situation is a bit complicated and should be treated carefully by different specialist in order to conclude with the best treatment.
Hope the information will help.
Kind regards,
Dr.Mirjeta
High potassium may indicate low hydrocortisone dose.
Detailed Answer:
Welcome and thank you for asking on HCM!
I read your query and understood your concern.
High potassium level in your case may be a sign of insufficient hydrocortisone intake. In special situations ( when the body is in stress) the needs for cortisone are higher. In XXXXXXX disease where the adrenal gland can' t produce cortisol, is recommended to raise the dose of hydrocortisone you take. It may be a sign of excessive intake too.
It should be corrected as soon as possible because may have dangerous effects (arythmia for eg.).
Your situation is a bit complicated and should be treated carefully by different specialist in order to conclude with the best treatment.
Hope the information will help.
Kind regards,
Dr.Mirjeta
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