Patient's question:
Diagnosis of Hypokalemia?Doctor's answer:
When the potassium concentration in the blood is lower than 3.5 millimoles per liter, it can be diagnosed as hypokalemia. It is mainly due to excessive potassium loss or insufficient intake. Recently, diarrhea has reappeared! At the same time, it may also manifest as tachycardia, muscle weakness, or leg weakness, abdominal bloating. A careful electrocardiogram examination can basically make the diagnosis. The key is to use supplementation, quality, and it is essential to identify the cause and provide symptomatic relief. Oral rehydration salts or intravenous infusion can be used, at least for about three days, and it will gradually stabilize.