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What Causes High Potassium And Protein Levels?

I was feeling unwell for a couple of weeks so the doctor took bloods, it came back that I had high protein levels, the doc retook them 2 weeks later then they showed high postassium levels so they retook them today, i am feeling sick a lot and have lost my appetite
Sat, 14 Jun 2014
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Hi,

I am sorry for the situation you are in.

High potassium levels might be related to:
- intake of supplements/drugs that are high in potassium
- foods/drinks that increase blood potassium
- kidney problems
- liver issues
- dehydration

High protein levels are caused by:
- dehydration
- liver problems
- bone marrow issues
- other more serious illness

Further evaluation of your liver and kidney function is necessary together with a complete blood work. Depending on the tests results, specific treatment will be prescribed.

HIV testing is also necessary to run.

I highly advise to increase water intake, avoid processed foods and soft drinks.

Hope it helped!
Dr.Albana
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What Causes High Potassium And Protein Levels?

Hi, I am sorry for the situation you are in. High potassium levels might be related to: - intake of supplements/drugs that are high in potassium - foods/drinks that increase blood potassium - kidney problems - liver issues - dehydration High protein levels are caused by: - dehydration - liver problems - bone marrow issues - other more serious illness Further evaluation of your liver and kidney function is necessary together with a complete blood work. Depending on the tests results, specific treatment will be prescribed. HIV testing is also necessary to run. I highly advise to increase water intake, avoid processed foods and soft drinks. Hope it helped! Dr.Albana