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My blood potassium level was 3.4. is this dangerous?
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Not usually: Low needs to be supplemented can aggravate effects of some medications. If on diuretic potassium supplementation indicated. Otherwise dietary supplementation ie bananas helpful.
Answered 1/24/2019
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