Question 1

why is my potassium high?

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Not enough info here: Your potassium could be high because of a problem taking your blood.  If there was difficulty taking your blood, the red blood cells can "lyse" or open up, leaking out potassium.  The result will show a high potassium level, even when it is really normal.  Other causes of high potassium are kidney problems or from certain medications.

Question 2

is bittergourd high in potassium?

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Florinef (fludrocortisone) may help: The key to treating pots is lots of salt and fluid. Flornef can also be useful in some patients.

Question 3

is there any potassium in oatmael?

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Potassium rich foods: I don't feel that oatmeal is particularly noted as a potassium rich food compared to bananas, citric juices, vegetables and other friuts.

Question 4

what are the benefits of potassium?

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Benefits of K: There are no benefits unless diet K or blood K are low. K is needed for brain, nerves, heart, muscle, Go to wikipedia for more details.

Question 5

my potassium is 5.5 and rising. why?

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Several causes: Kidney disease, medication, diabetes, diet are broad categories. Can narrow down causes usually based on age and medical problems. Need more information to be more specific.

Question 6

what is potassium chclorde and is it lethal?

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KCL: It is KCl and too much will kill you.

Question 7

what are the causes of high levels of potassium?

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INPUT-OUTPUT : High levels of potassium can occur due to increased intake of high potassium containing foods, nutritional supplements etc 2. Changes in acid base balance in the body 3. Decreased excretion of the potassium by the kidneys. Most often, it is a combination of 2 or more causes.Very frequently, kidney is always one of the culprits.If you have this problem, please consult md.

Question 8

high potassium symptoms?

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Depends on how high: When it gets high enough your heart stops.  But more commonly high potassium can give you palpitations or sometimes no symptoms at all.  Regardless of whether you have symptoms, the cause should be investigated and treated promptly.

Question 9

is the potassium a nutrient?

Accepted Answer

Potassium: Yes.  Potassium is a vital nutrient for the human body.

Question 10

is vinegar high in potassium?

Accepted Answer

NO : Vinegar is a low potassium liquid.

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