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Acidosis implies high levels of hydrogen ions from acids and/or low levels of anions (e.g. bicarbonate) in the blood. The hydrogen ions easily bind to the polar groups on proteins. In high enough concentrations the protein can have its overall polarity or important active sites on it changed. These changes will alter the function of the protein, hindering it from working properly. If enough proteins are affected then you eventually fall into a coma and if left untreated you die.
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What is it caleed when blood is too acedic?
When blood becomes too acidic it is called acidosis. There are several types of acidosis, the most common being metabolic acidosis which is caused by diabetes, kidney disease, severe dehydration, and alcohol or aspirin poisoning.
If a blood test indicates someone is in severe acidosis are you trying to remove hydrogen ions or add them to her blood?
Acidosis is a condition in which the blood pH is too low, i.e. there is too high a concentration of protons. Thus the goal in treating acidosis is to lower the concentration of protons by treating with a mild base, usually sodium bicarbonate.
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What is the medical application of acidosis?
The medical application of acidosis is to rectify the the pH of the blood. There are two main type of acidosis which are respiratory and metabolic acidosis.
Does rebreathing result in acidosis or alkalosis?
Acidosis
Examples of acidosis?
Acidosis is high levels of acidity in the blood and other body tissue, occuring when the arterial pH falls below 7.35. The two types of acidosis are metabolic acidosis and respiratory acidosis.
What will not alter the pH balance severe vomiting prolonged diarrhea severe headache hyperventilation?
While severe headaches may signal something more serious, the symptom will not alter pH. Severe vomiting can lead to metabolic alkalosis, prolonged diarrhea can lead to metabolic acidosis, and hyperventilation can lead to respiratory alkalosis.
Acidosis?
DefinitionAcidosis is a condition in which there is excessive acid in the body fluids. It is the opposite of alkalosis (a condition in which there is excessive base in the body fluids).Causes, incidence, and risk factorsThe kidneys and lungs maintain the balance (proper pH level) of chemicals called acids and bases in the body. Acidosis occurs when acid builds up or when bicarbonate (a base) is lost. Acidosis is classified as either respiratory acidosis or metabolic acidosis.Respiratory acidosis develops when there is too much carbon dioxide (an acid) in the body. This type of acidosis is usually caused by a decreased ability to remove carbon dioxide from the body through effective breathing. Other names for respiratory acidosis are hypercapnic acidosis and carbon dioxide acidosis. Causes of respiratory acidosis include:Chest deformities, such as kyphosisChest injuriesChest muscle weaknessChronic lung diseaseOveruse of sedative drugsMetabolic acidosis develops when too much acid is produced or when the kidneys cannot remove enough acid from the body. There are several types of metabolic acidosis:Diabetic acidosis (also called diabetic ketoacidosis and DKA) develops when substances called ketone bodies (which are acidic) build up during uncontrolled diabetes.Hyperchloremic acidosis results from excessive loss of sodium bicarbonate from the body, as can happen with severe diarrhea.Lactic acidosisis a buildup of lactic acid. This can be caused by: AlcoholCancerExercising vigorously for a very long timeLiver failureLow blood sugar (hypoglycemia)Medications such as salicylatesProlonged lack of oxygen from shock, heart failure, or severe anemiaSeizuresOther causes of metabolic acidosis include:Kidney disease(distal renal tubular acidosis and proximal renal tubular acidosis)Poisoning by aspirin, ethylene glycol (found in antifreeze), or methanolSevere dehydrationSymptomsSee: Metabolic acidosis or Respiratory acidosisSigns and testsArterial or venous blood gas analysisSerum electrolytesUrine pHAn arterial blood gas analysis or serum electrolytes test, such as a basic metabolic panel, will confirm that acidosis is present and indicate whether it is metabolic acidosis or respiratory acidosis. Other tests may be needed to determine the cause of the acidosis.TreatmentTreatment depends on the cause. See the specific types of acidosis.Expectations (prognosis)Acidosis can be dangerous if untreated. Many cases respond well to treatment.ComplicationsSee the specific types of acidosis.Calling your health care providerAlthough there are several types of acidosis, all will cause symptoms that require treatment by your health care provider.PreventionPrevention depends on the cause of the acidosis. Normally, people with healthy kidneys and lungs do not experience significant acidosis.ReferencesSeifter JL. Acid-base disorders. In: Goldman L, Ausiello D, eds. Cecil Medicine. 23rd ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier; 2007:chap 119.
What is the definition of acidosis?
Acidosis is an increased acidity in the blood
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How Renal response to acidosis?
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