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Top 10 Symptoms of Sodium Depletion

Sodium depletion can occur occasionally under extreme environmental conditions as a result of inadequate intake of salt, but it is much more commonly due to pathological loses of sodium containing fluids. Loss of whole blood, as in acute hemorrhage is also a cause of hypovolaemia.



Symptoms-

1. Plasma urea concentration rises.

2. Urinary flow rate is reduced.

3. Plasma uric acid may also rise.

4. Increased thirst.

5. Weakness.

6. Vertigo.

7. Low blood pressure.

8. Weight loss.

9. Dry skin.

10. Dry mouth



Management-

1. Stop salt and water losses.

2. Replacement of salt and water deficits.

3. Intravenous fluid therapy.


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