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==What are the symptoms of Hyperchloremia?==
==What are the symptoms of Hyperchloremia?==
* Often, hypercloremia does not produce symptoms. However some symptoms can be:
* Excessive fluid loss (diarrhea, vomiting)
* [[Dyspnea (patient information)|Dyspnea]] (shortness of breath)
* Intense thirst
* Weakness
* Tachypnea (rapid breathing)
* [[Hypertension (patient information)|Hypertension]] (high blood pressure)
* Pitting Edema (abnormal amount of fluid under the skin, causing swelling)
* Lowered cognitive ability
* Kussmaul's breathing (deep and rapid breathing)
* Possible coma
If the suffer is a diabetic, hyperchloremia can cause high levels of blood sugar.


==What causes Hyperchloremia?==
==What causes Hyperchloremia?==

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Hyperchloremia

Overview

What are the symptoms?

What are the causes?

Who is at highest risk?

Diagnosis

When to seek urgent medical care?

Treatment options

Where to find medical care for Hyperchloremia?

Prevention

What to expect (Outlook/Prognosis)?

Possible complications

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Overview

Hyperchloremia is a condition where the amount chloride ions (Cl-) in the body are too high. This condition can affect the transport of oxygen.

What are the symptoms of Hyperchloremia?

  • Often, hypercloremia does not produce symptoms. However some symptoms can be:
  • Excessive fluid loss (diarrhea, vomiting)
  • Dyspnea (shortness of breath)
  • Intense thirst
  • Weakness
  • Tachypnea (rapid breathing)
  • Hypertension (high blood pressure)
  • Pitting Edema (abnormal amount of fluid under the skin, causing swelling)
  • Lowered cognitive ability
  • Kussmaul's breathing (deep and rapid breathing)
  • Possible coma

If the suffer is a diabetic, hyperchloremia can cause high levels of blood sugar.

What causes Hyperchloremia?

Who is at highest risk?

Diagnosis

When to seek urgent medical care?

Treatment options

Where to find medical care for Hyperchloremia?

Directions to Hospitals Treating Hyperchloremia

Prevention

What to expect (Outlook/Prognosis)?

Possible complications

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