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Can drinking too much water hurt the lungs?

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Dr. Andrew Lipton answered

Specializes in Holistic Medicine

Water: No, excessive water drinking( gallons) can cause electrolyte disturbance in the body.

Dr Satulovsky agreed

Answered 9/16/2013

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