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What Causes High Blood Potassium Levels?

Greetings ! I am a healthy 55 yr old woman being scheduled for an L-5 , S-1 discectomy in 7 days however , my blood potassium level is slightly elevated & my Dr. is concerned . Also , oddly , my heart is now galloping about & I am scheduled to see a cardiologist tomorrow . I take vitamins ... how did this high potassium level happen & how can I remedy this ? I am rather concerned & VERY surprised at this strange turn of events ! Thank you so much - Carol
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Hi, welcome to HCM.
Looking to your history, I as a nephrologist understand your concern.
Slightly high potassium level require evaluation first about your diet and any medicines you are taking.
check BP, basic urine report, S.creatinine, blood sugar and bicarbonate.
Diet restriction and potassium binding resins are usually sufficient for mild elevation. Don't worry.
pls mention exact value of potassium.
I think this would be helpful to you.
You can get back to me with above reports.
Best wishes.
TC
Dr Jay Patel.

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What Causes High Blood Potassium Levels?

Hi, welcome to HCM. Looking to your history, I as a nephrologist understand your concern. Slightly high potassium level require evaluation first about your diet and any medicines you are taking. check BP, basic urine report, S.creatinine, blood sugar and bicarbonate. Diet restriction and potassium binding resins are usually sufficient for mild elevation. Don t worry. pls mention exact value of potassium. I think this would be helpful to you. You can get back to me with above reports. Best wishes. TC Dr Jay Patel.