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Anion gap keeps now at 21. increased wbc and burning muscle pain. low potassium. family history of adrenal issues. is anion gap a concern at 21?
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Acidosis: A large anion gap usually signifies to myuch acid in your blood this needs to be assessed by a Nephrologist
Answered 6/27/2015
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