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What is Hyponatremia?
Hyponatremia occurs when the sodium concentration in the blood is abnormally low. Sodium is an electrolyte and helps regulate the amount of water in and around the cells.
Typical Symptoms of Hyponatremia
- Seizure
- Headache
- Losing consciousness
- Less responsive or fewer facial expressions lately
- Decrease in ambition and motivation
- Personality change
- Weakness in arms or legs
- Diarrhea
Diagnostic Questions for Hyponatremia
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this disease:
- Have you had a seizure?
- Do you have headaches or a heavy feeling in your head?
- Have you temporarily lost consciousness?
- Have you seemed less responsive or shown fewer facial expressions lately?
- Do you feel less motivated lately?
Treatment of Hyponatremia
Hyponatremia treatment aims to address the underlying cause, if possible. If severe, acute hyponatremia is present, more aggressive treatment is required. Options include intravenous fluid and medications.
Reviewed By:
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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