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Why do v give potassium in diarrhoea?
Because diarrhoea can cause an electrolyte imbalance (because many electrolyte products are lost in the volume of water which is lost during an episode of diarrhoea) which sometimes needs to be corrected with rehydration salts - these usually contain potassium, magnesium, some sodium and glucose. Lack of potassium can cause tiredness, heart palpitations and in the worst cases death.
Can broken bones cause a chemical imbalance in the brain?
yes
Can bacterial vaginosis cause hepatitis?
Bacterial vaginosis does not cause hepatitis. It is an imbalance in the vaginal flora.
What would Happen if there was an imbalance of certain enzyme in the body?
An imbalance of enzymes could cause a variety of problems.A few results of an imbalance would be:Skin rashesMood swingsBody inflammationFungal infectionsAcneGallstonesArthritisHay FeverPsoriasisIrritable bowelFatigueKidney and Heart diseaseBuild up of toxinsJaundiceMuscle damage
What happens when there is an imbalance of enzymes in the body?
An imbalance of enzymes could cause a variety of problems.A few results of an imbalance would be:Skin rashesMood swingsBody inflammationFungal infectionsAcneGallstonesArthritisHay FeverPsoriasisIrritable bowelFatigueKidney and Heart diseaseBuild up of toxinsJaundiceMuscle damage
Which electrolyte imbalance can cause an atrioventricular block?
Hypokalemia can probably cause an atrioventricular block.
What can cause muscle cramping under the chin?
maybe a tense jaw
What deficiency causes muscle cramps?
Magnesium deficiency can cause muscle cramping. Potassium deficiency can, as well. These are minerals, not vitamins.
Why are tap water enemas bad for the colon?
The colon absorbs water, and repeated tap water enemas can cause cardiovascular overload and electrolyte imbalance
Why does Tylenol cause your legs to cramp?
Look on the package to see what it says and also ask a pharmacist. Usually cramping of muscles is due to a problem with electrolyte imbalances.
What is hyper potassium?
Hyperkalemia is an electrolyte imbalance and is indicated by a high level of potassium in the blood. Potassium is an electrolyte found inside the cells of the human body.
Does potassium cause leg cramps?
Potassium is a key electrolyte in muscle contraction. So if your potassium levels or low or high it can cause cramps. Sara, RN
What can cause Muscle cramps and muscle spaasms?
loss of fluid and potassium in the muscles
What side effects can be caused from having your colon removed?
The function of the colon is to absorb the water from the bowels. If this is removed you will have loose stools and watery stools and can sometimes cause dehydration and electrolyte imbalance
How does electrolyte imbalance effect emotions?
e imbalance leads to disturbances in electric potential of each and every cell including those of brain. so there is hypo or hyper functioning cell, brain edema etc which finally can cause emotional disturbances. eg hyponatremia.
How do drugs cause death?
Depends on the (type of) drug, for example : narcotics = respiratory depression KCl & Aspirin = electrolyte imbalance alcohol = mental & metabolic depression (ultimately the heart just stops).
Cause of pain from between your thigh going at the back side?
The cause of pain from between your thighs that moves to the back side could be a pulled muscle. This could also be cramping associated with the menstrual cycle or even a groin muscle tear.
