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I consume about 4-5 litres of fluids day, about 10-15g sodium a day. i urinate about 4 litres a day. i have normal blood pressure. should i be concern?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Sounds like: your kidneys are quite healthy!! HOWEVER why the forced fluids???? Why all the salt?? Whats the concern???? Hope this helps Dr Z

Answered 11/11/2017

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