Question 1

is hypokalemia cureable?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 2

what are hypokalemia symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Hypokalemia: Abnormal heart rhythms (dysrhythmias), especially in people with heart disease
constipation
fatigue
muscle damage (rhabdomyolysis)
muscle weakness or spasms
paralysis (which can include the lungs).

Question 3

what are the symptoms of hypokalemia?

Accepted Answer

Weakness: Muscle weakness, heart  rhythm problems.

Question 4

is the recurring hypokalemia dangerous?

Accepted Answer

Yes: You need to investigate the cause and correct it.Potassiam is very important to multiple vital organs including the heart.If not it can lead to lethal arrhythmias.See your md!

Question 5

when will i feel better from hypokalemia?

Accepted Answer

When it's corrected: If you still feel ill and the cause of your hypokalemia has been corrected and your potassium is back to normal, look for some other cause of your still feeling ill.

Question 6

for what reasons could i have hypokalemia?

Accepted Answer

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 7

what may be the cause of hypokalemia disease and how is it treated?

Accepted Answer

Low potassium: Hypokalemia is a low blood potassium level.  It can be from many reasons.  Usually one sees this with vomiting and diarrhea from gastroenteritis.  It is also a common side effect of medications such as diuretics (lasix (furosemide) or Furosemide or hydrochlorothiazide).  It can usually be replaced by oral intake of pills or liquid potassium.  Sometimes intravenous potassium is needed. Discuss with your doctor.

Question 8

could i be able to have children even if i suffer from hypokalemia?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Depends on the reason for your hypokalemia. 
If it is an isolated incident of hypokalemia, it should not prevent you from having children. 
If it some genetic syndrome, check with your geneticist.

Question 9

what are the endocrinal test to be done to know the cause of my hypokalemia?

Accepted Answer

See below: Plasma renin activity and serum aldosteone levels. Sometimes urine aldosterone levels or cortisol levels.

Question 10

what would cause someone to have hypokalemia?  what food should you eat to help it?

Accepted Answer

Potatoes,bananas,gre: Green leafy vegetables.

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