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Renal profie lab test shows ph --7.49 (normal range 7.38-7.44) can one use antacids or ppis to solve digestive issues in such a state?or can it lead to problem?

Q: renal profie lab test shows ph --7.49 (normal range 7.38-7.44) can one use antacids or ppis to solve digestive issues in such a state?or can it lead to problem?

: I think u r talking about a urine pH. Has nothing to do with gastric issues. Depends on what you eat and drink. Wikipedia has good discussion of this.

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

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I think u r talking about a urine pH. Has nothing to do with gastric issues. Depends on what you eat and drink. Wikipedia has good discussion of this.

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Answered 9/28/2021

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A member asked:

Renal profie lab test shows ph --7.49 (normal range 7.38-7.44) can one use antacids or ppis to solve digestive issues in such a state?or can it lead to problem?

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Dr Rhoads agreed

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