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Confusing potassium reports

2023-03-28 16:47:38
I got few blood tests today out of which potassium report is alarming . It is 0.5 . Went to emergency and got abg done there it is 4.1 . Which one should i follow . Except for burning painin my back and hips no other symptom . Please advise
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Hello ,got your concern ,it can be treatable with further evaluation, better healthcare and proper treatment ..For prescription and counselling regarding the same you can consult me through this app - Dr Hemanth Patakamuri Civil assistant surgeon and Family physician Experienced in online health care

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Would like to discuss in details and provide solution accordingly. Kindly consult.

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0.5 potassium is too low for survival.... I think 4.1 would be more correct ...but it will be wiser  to get a fresh sample for potassium...

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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult.

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0.5 is unlikely.

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Need few details Kindly consult

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management

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Can u consult please

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