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A few months ago i went to er for the flu. they did a ekg which came back borderline. my potassium was also low can that cause a borderline ekg?

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Dr. Hamsa Jayaraj answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

EKG changes -low pot: Yes borderline changes may be due to low potassium. ST sagging,depression of T wave & elevation of U waves Request another one for peace of mind next time you visit your doctor.

Answered 7/6/2018

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