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I'm told that my potassium level is low, what type of health problems can this cause?
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Muscle weakness : Low potassium affect muscle contraction. You get muscle weakness that can be severe where you can't walk. In very low potassium level the heart muscle can be affected and sudden death can occur. You have to be on treatment and to find the reason for your low levels.
Answered 8/2/2015
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