E87: Other disorders of fluid, electrolyte and acid-base balance
E87.5: Hyperkalaemia
Potassium is very important for the cells in our body. The right amounts of potassium must be present in the blood for our cells to be able to work properly. The amount of potassium in the blood is affected for instance by messenger substances and the kidneys.
Your blood potassium levels were too high. For example, that can occur when the kidneys no longer work properly. In that case, not enough potassium can be excreted anymore. Some drugs can also increase the potassium content in the blood. The potassium content may also increase if the blood is too acidic.
You may have various symptoms if the potassium content in your blood is too high. Your heart may beat too quickly or you might have less strength in your muscles.
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