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I have blood work done every three months due to diabetes & high blood pressure. I can not find any information about what to do about high potassium levels. Is this a concern?
"My problem is my potassium level is high."
"Is this a concern?"
Yes, of course.
What Causes High Levels of Potassium in the Body?
Hyperkalemia is the term given to high potassium levels circulating in the blood system of the body. Potassium is a necessary electrolyte used for the proper function of metabolism, heart rate, regulation of muscle tissue and digestion.
While potassium is necessary, high levels of it has many side effects that can lead to several life-threatening conditions, including heart failure and renal failure. Root causes of hyperkalemia can stem from either diet or malfunctioning cell excretion of the electrolyte.
Causes......
http://www.ehow.com/about_5052825_causes-high-levels-potassium-body.html
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