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I have hypokalemia went in the hospital january 4 on my level source 3.3 but i'm still having a lot of difficulties br walking or talking for too long?

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Dr. Quresh Khairullah answered

See below: there has to be a reason for low potassium level, there are too many causes to elaborate,you need to see a doctor as you appear to have muscle weakness

Dr Miller and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 11/27/2017

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Recheck: and obtain a full comprehensive exam and metabolic workup plus potassium supplementation only if your potassium level is low.

Dr Altman and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 4/23/2016

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A member asked:

I have hypokalemia went in the hospital january 4 on my level source 3.3 but i'm still having a lot of difficulties br walking or talking for too long?

8 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Quresh Khairullah answered

Dr Miller and 4 doctors agreed

Dr. Philip Miller answered

Dr Altman and 3 doctors agreed

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