METABOLIC ALKALOSIS: CAUSES, SYMPTOMS AND HOW TO TREAT THIS DANGEROUS SYNDROME - GENERAL CLINIC

What is metabolic alkalosis and what can cause



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Metabolic alkalosis occurs when the pH of the blood becomes more basic than it should be, ie when it is above 7.45, which occurs in situations such as vomiting, diuretic use or excessive consumption of bicarbonate, for example. This is a serious change as it can cause imbalance of other blood electrolytes such as calcium and potassium and cause symptoms such as weakness, headache, muscle changes, seizures or cardiac arrhythmia