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My potassium is high but i'm not dehydrated. bun/creatinine ratio is high and other electrolytes are borderline. what could be wrong?
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May be...: The depicted scenario leads one to think: kidney damage, drug misuse / side effects, internal bleeding to gi-tract, etc. If no dehydration. So, ask and check with doctor for detail and he/she can help you.
Answered 10/8/2018
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