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What ICD-9 code is for hyponatremia?
276.1 is the ICD9 code for hyponatremia. Hyponatremia means low blood sodium levels.
What is the scientific term for water intoxication?
It is called hyponatremia. It is called hyponatremia.
How can hyponatremia be prevented?
Patients who take diuretic medications must be checked regularly for the development of hyponatremia.
How do you spell hyponatremia?
That is the correct spelling of the medical term "hyponatremia" (salt depletion).
Does a gastroenterologist treat hyponatremia?
If you have hyponatremia, start with your primary care provider. The initial testing that your PCP can do will direct you appropriately to the right specialist. There is no one specialist who treats hyponatremia; instead, you have to narrow the possible causes.
Does losartan causes hyponatremia?
Hyperkalemia, hyponatremia have been reported with losartan. This is listed in the adverse effects of losartan by Merck the manufacturers
Is nausea a symptom of hyponatremia?
Yes
Is muscle weakness a symptom of hyponatremia?
Yes
Is slowed breathing a symptom of hyponatremia?
Yes
Causes of hyponatremia?
The causes of hyponatremia can include dehydration. Imbibing too much water, certain medications like diuretics, kidney diseases, congestive heart failure, and excessive diarrhea or vomiting. Hyponatremia is a condition in which the body has a very low level of sodium.
How does drinking excess water cause hyponatremia?
Drinking excess water sometimes causes hyponatremia, because the absorption of water into the bloodstream can dilute the sodium in the blood.
What is the medical term meaning abnormally blood low sodium content?
The term for high blood sodium level is hypernatremia.
