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Is hypernatremia deadly

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∙ 14y ago
Updated: 8/19/2019

Severe hypernatremia has a mortality rate of 40-60%

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Is Hypernatremia dangerous?

Hypernatremia is especially dangerous for children and the elderly


Does Hypernatremia hurt the brain?

Hypernatremia can cause neurological damage due to shrinkage of brain cells


Does Severe hypernatremia cause death?

Severe hypernatremia, with serum sodium above 152 mM, can result in seizures and death


Is lethargy a symptom of hypernatremia?

Yes


Is thirst a symptom of hypernatremia?

Yes


Does acidosis cause hypernatremia?

yes


Is irregular heartbeat a symptom of hypernatremia?

Yes


Is orthostatic hypotension a symptom of hypernatremia?

Yes


What happens in hypernatremia?

High serum sodium levels


Is loss of elasticity in the skin a symptom of hypernatremia?

Yes


What does hypernatremia mean in the UK?

Hypernatremia is the American English spelling of hypernatraemia, which has the same meaning in British English. It is a health condition where a person has too much sodium in the blood.


Can ingesting too much saltwater from a salt water tank cause illness?

Yes, it leads to hypernatremia which is increased levels of sodium in the blood. Hypernatremia can be fatal as it can lead to arrhythmia and convulsions.

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