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Is there a treatment for hyponatremia (low sodium)?
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Water restrictions: There are 2 ways of treating this 1- restricting water intake 2- taking sodium tablets either way this is a very serious medical issue it should be done under the supervision of a doctor.
Answered 2/25/2018
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Multiple: There are many different types of treatment. However the treatment varies depending on what type of hyponatremia you have. If you have hyponatremia from dehydration, you must have a liquids that have salt (ckn broth or normal saline) in them. If you had hyponatremia because you retain too much fluid, then you must use a water pill to get rid of the excess water and improve your serum sodium.
Answered 11/21/2018
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