Question 1

recurrent hypokalemia despite not on any meds to cause it. low vit d and b12, why?  i'm only 28 to have all these deficiencies.

Accepted Answer

See below: The only common link i can think of is some problem of malabsorption in gut which can cause all these three problems. Your doctor needs to work it up.

Question 2

wiki says b12 injections can cause transient drop in k levels through rapid intake of k into rbc production. hypokalemia. t or f?

Accepted Answer

Low K due to B12: I can find no reliable medical reports in the literature that B12 injections can cause low K. Please send more details. One cause of low B12 have a Gi problem/diarrhea  which can lead to both low B12 and low K. Send more details.

Question 3

is hypokalemia cureable?

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Low K : Almost always yes. Find cause and correct it. I can give  more details if you ask or second opinion.

Question 4

for what reasons could i have hypokalemia?

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Diuretic, diarrhea..: Above are  two common causes of hypokalemia.  Types and doses of diuretics typically used today do not lead to low potassium. However, meds are complicated. Some hypertensive meds (arb's, ace's) can lead to higher levels, some diuretics (spironolactone) also can. So follow doc's directions and have blood tested at least every 4 months.  Diarrhea-can lose large amt k+, causes death in cholera.

Question 5

does hypokalemia cause dizziness ?

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Hypokalemia: Depending on the degree of electrolyte imbalance the more dizzy you can become.  You may be slightly off with regard to your potassium level.  Eat a couple of bananas. They have a lot of potassium,  lettuce (romaine) and kale. Also have good potassium levels.  A balanced diet with 5  helping of fruits and vegetable per day in recommended.  Good luck and feel better!

Question 6

does dehydration cause hypokalemia?

Accepted Answer

Dehydration: Does not cause hypokalemia.

Question 7

does fosfomycin cause hypokalemia when taken orally or just i.v?

Accepted Answer

Studies suggest: just IV, not with oral use. Fosfomycin is thought to increase potassium urinary excretion in the distal part of the renal tubules.

Question 8

why dos someone develop hypokalemia if they have cushings disease?

Accepted Answer

Cushings: Cushing's disease involves excess cortisol, which is a glucocorticoid, which makes you round, thin skin, diabetes, etc.  However, cortisol has a little mineralocorticoid effect (like aldosterone). Normally this is not significant, but when cortisol levels are high, the aldosterone-like effect will make you hypokalemic.

Question 9

is it normal to get hypokalemia for it to change into hyperkalemia?

Accepted Answer

Nephrologist: Potassium balance is tightly regulated by the kidneys, so any potassium disorder implies some derangement in potassium handling. It is unusual to have low potassium(hypokalemia) if the food intake is normal and it is unusual to have hyperkalemia(high potassium) if you have normal kidney function.So if you have any of these problems, you must consult nephrologist.

Question 10

is it ok to do rigid exercies if you have a hypokalemia though you are drinking medecine?

Accepted Answer

No: I would recommend correcting hypokalemia before any exercises. Hypokalemia can precipitate malignant cardiac arrhythmias.See your md.

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Recurrent hypokalemia despite not on any meds to cause it. low vit d and b12, why? i'm only 28 to have all these deficiencies.

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Wiki says b12 injections can cause transient drop in k levels through rapid intake of k into rbc production. hypokalemia. t or f?

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Is hypokalemia cureable?

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For what reasons could i have hypokalemia?

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Does hypokalemia cause dizziness ?

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Does dehydration cause hypokalemia?

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Does fosfomycin cause hypokalemia when taken orally or just i.v?

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Why dos someone develop hypokalemia if they have cushings disease?

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Is it normal to get hypokalemia for it to change into hyperkalemia?

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Is it ok to do rigid exercies if you have a hypokalemia though you are drinking medecine?

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