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When treating genetically-induced hypokalemia (3 members of my immediate family have it), how much oral potassium should be taken on a daily basis?
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What did your doctor: What did your doctor tell you? Surely they advised you on how much potassium to take daily.
Answered 7/22/2014
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Hypokalemia: This is a very difficult question as there are several causes of inherited hypokalemia. Need many more details to be able to help. I specialize in this and happy to help.
Answered 7/13/2017
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