Transcription of YOUR KIDNEYS AND HIGH POTASSIUM (HYPERKALEMIA)
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YOUR KIDNEYS AND high POTASSIUM (HYPERKALEMIA) Are You At Risk? KIDNEY OF CONTENTSA bout Hyperkalemia ( high POTASSIUM )What is hyperkalemia? ..4 What causes hyperkalemia? ..5 What are the symptoms of hyperkalemia? ..6 How do I know if I have hyperkalemia? ..6 Treatment for HyperkalemiaCan hyperkalemia be treated? ..7 What is a normal level of POTASSIUM in blood? ..8If I have hyperkalemia, should I stop taking my medicines? ..8 What kinds of medicines can cause hyperkalemia? ..9 About Your DietHow much POTASSIUM is safe for me to eat? ..11 What are some high - POTASSIUM foods? ..12 What are some lower- POTASSIUM foods?
A diet high in potassium. Eating too much food that is high in potassium can also cause hyperkalemia, especially in people with advanced kidney disease . Foods such as melons, orange juice, and bananas are high in potassium . (See page 12) • Drugs that prevent the kidneys from losing enough potassium. Some drugs can keep your kidneys from
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