Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Can Low Potassium Level Cause Dizziness?
I am 36 year old female. Overweight with hypertension. Being treated with 2 meds, 1 is also a water pill. Started with dizziness 2 wks ago, now seem to be yawning all the time, unable to get a full breath. had blood tests for heart attack (they were normal), and for blood clots, normal as well. clear chest xray, clear chest catscan. could this be low potassium?
posted on
Fri, 14 Mar 2014
Medically reviewed by
Ask A Doctor - 24x7 Medical Review Team
Tue, 18 Nov 2014
Answered on
Wed, 19 Nov 2014
Last reviewed on
Water pills or diuretics often cause low potassium levels. Get your serum electrolytes (Sodium/Potassium) levels tested for appropriate treatment.
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Heart attack
Loading Online Doctors....