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Content updated on Nov 2, 2022
What is hypernatremia?
Hypernatremia is used to describe having too much sodium in the blood. Sodium is an important nutrient for proper functioning of the body.
Symptoms of hypernatremia
Dry Mouth
Seizure
Weakness in arms or legs
Questions your doctor may ask to check for hypernatremia
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose hypernatremia
Do you have dry mouth?
Have you had a seizure?
Do you feel any weakness in your arms or legs?
Treatment for hypernatremia
Treatment is based on correcting the fluid and sodium balance in the body.
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Caroline M. Doan, DO (Internal medicine)
Dr. Doan received a Bachelor of Science degree with honors from UCLA. Prior to obtaining her medical degree, she was involved in oncology clinical research at City of Hope, a National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center in southern California. She attended medical school at Touro University California, and completed her residency in Internal Medicine at Oregon Health & Science University. She is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and holds an active medical license in several states. She currently works as a physician for Signify Health providing home-based health care.
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