Question 1

taking bicarbonate (sodium bicarbonate) helps during a gout attack?

Accepted Answer

Acute Gout: Sodium bicarbonate, (sodium bicarbonate) once it enters the stomach, turns into water and a carbon dioxide gas. The pH of blood is unaffected. Therefore, it has no realistic role as a treatment for gout!  There are many effective strategies for acute gouty arthritis. See your rheumatologist.

Question 2

why would hco3 or sodium bicarbonate be elevated in a persons labs if they have gout?

Accepted Answer

They shouldn't: Gout occurs when uric acid is produced often in an acidic environment.  Hco3 can be used as a buffer when added to water creating  more alkalinity in the blood, preventing uric acid deposition in the joints.  Perhaps your bodywork was performed after trying this treatment?  Using hco3 can dangerously raise your bloodpressure, so be careful.

Question 3

can bicarbonate (sodium bicarbonate) of soda help to cure smelly feet?

Accepted Answer

Some say yes: Others say no.  We will get patient to changes shoes daily to allow others to fully dry and there are deoderant for feet as well.

Question 4

is baking powder the same as bicarbonate (sodium bicarbonate) of soda for the treatment of cystitis?

Accepted Answer

See comment: Basicaly the same .They are not your conventional treatment of cystitis...
No medical textbook advises  treatment with baking powder.

Question 5

i've been in treatment for high pb for years. it has been staying in an acceptable range for some time. i take sodium bicarbonate for kidney function. lately my systolic bp is persistently high. can the sodium bicarbonate be the cause?

Accepted Answer

: Yes, sodium bicarbonate can increase systolic pressure because of the sodium content. At times, we have to use diuretic for combating that side effect if needed. Take care.

Question 6

is baking soda suitable for treating balanitis?
what is the best concentration of sodium bicarbonate foment for balanitis treatment?

Accepted Answer

Balanitis: There are a few different causes of balanitis. None is likely to be effectively treated with baking soda. If the problem persists despite good hygiene (retract foreskin and wash with soap and water once or twice daily), see a doctor for diagnosis and treatment advice.

Question 7

how do you know when breast tumour is dead from maple syrup and bicarbonate (sodium bicarbonate) soda treatment?

Accepted Answer

Oh my gosh.: I would encourage you to see a breast specialist or general surgeon to evaluate this further - an oncologist if your tumor was malignant.

Question 8

i have been diagnosed with interstitial cystitis. can a dsmo w/ lidocaine and sodium bicarbonate treatment cause constipation?

Accepted Answer

DSMO: Dsmo for interstitial cystitis does not cause constipation.It cause garlic like odour from the skin and breath.And you need to have liver and kidney functions checked every six months.

Question 9

is using bicarbonate (sodium bicarbonate) sodium in cooking harmful for pregnants?

Accepted Answer

No: No, you can safely cook with bicarbonate (sodium bicarbonate) sodium (baking soda) while pregnant.  Most commonly this is used as a leavening agent in baking, but some people might throw some into their spagetti sauce to make it less acidic.  Best of luck with what you are preparing!

Question 10

how does sodium bicarbonate help the kidneys?

Accepted Answer

Neutralizes acidity: Sodium bicarbonate (sodium bicarbonate) makes the urine less acidic. This effect helps the kidneys get rid of uric acid, thus helping to prevent gout and kidney stones. It can help the body get rid of excess amounts of certain types of medications. Bicarbonate (sodium bicarbonate) can also help prevent and treat certain metabolic problems (acidosis) caused by kidney disease.

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Can bicarbonate (sodium bicarbonate) of soda help to cure smelly feet?

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Is baking powder the same as bicarbonate (sodium bicarbonate) of soda for the treatment of cystitis?

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I've been in treatment for high pb for years. it has been staying in an acceptable range for some time. i take sodium bicarbonate for kidney function. lately my systolic bp is persistently high. can the sodium bicarbonate be the cause?

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Is baking soda suitable for treating balanitis? what is the best concentration of sodium bicarbonate foment for balanitis treatment?

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How do you know when breast tumour is dead from maple syrup and bicarbonate (sodium bicarbonate) soda treatment?

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I have been diagnosed with interstitial cystitis. can a dsmo w/ lidocaine and sodium bicarbonate treatment cause constipation?

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Is using bicarbonate (sodium bicarbonate) sodium in cooking harmful for pregnants?

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How does sodium bicarbonate help the kidneys?

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