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A member asked:
My grandmas been hospitalized for low pottassium a few times and my mom also had really low potassium could there be a genetic link?
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No, unlikely...: There has been no specific genetic trend to develop familial low potassium. Most of cases with low potassium result from taking diuretics without adequate potassium supplement. So, ask doctor for specifics of concern.
Answered 4/7/2016
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