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Regarding sodium level
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My father is a diabetic patient. He tested sodium level recently. It was 125 in the beginning took medicines for few days then again tested it increased to 128 , again took medicines and tested after 7 days of completion of medicine it is 127 . Kidney report is normal . Is there anything I need to concerned about?
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Many drugs can cause hyponatremia. Better check for those drugs.
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urine osmolarity test and urinary sodium
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Is he passing lot of urine ? Need more details on investigations done ..can u connect or WhatsApp on 959798368zero .. will discuss and sort out his issues ..
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There are ‘n’ number of causes for the decreased sodium levels in the body. Should check the volume status and other reports to detect the cause. As your father is diabetic, there are chances of decreased sodium levels due to elevation in blood glucose levels.
Kindly consult.
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Dr. Komal Bhandari Totla
Diabetologist
11 yrs exp
Solapur
Should get in touch with physician.Rule out cause.. and ideally should be bit more.More salt in diet advised
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