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Are High Potassium Levels In Blood And High BP Levels Signs Of Hyperkalemia?
Question: High potassium levels in blood
I am 49 years old My blood pressure was 140/90 and the doctor described losartan 50mg once a day 2 weeks ago.. My BP is now 130/90 - 120/80 most of the time at home
My diet is rich in potassium such as spinach, brown rice, oatmeal, milk, yoghurt, beans, beetroots, potatoes, avocado, nuts and 2-3 fruits a day apple and orange, No alcohol, No sugar, No smoking
Am i in danger to have hyperkalemia? My next visit at the doctors is after 1 Month and i worrry. I Never had taken any pills before and never had any problems with my health
Thanks
I am 49 years old My blood pressure was 140/90 and the doctor described losartan 50mg once a day 2 weeks ago.. My BP is now 130/90 - 120/80 most of the time at home
My diet is rich in potassium such as spinach, brown rice, oatmeal, milk, yoghurt, beans, beetroots, potatoes, avocado, nuts and 2-3 fruits a day apple and orange, No alcohol, No sugar, No smoking
Am i in danger to have hyperkalemia? My next visit at the doctors is after 1 Month and i worrry. I Never had taken any pills before and never had any problems with my health
Thanks
Brief Answer:
You don't have risks for developing hyperkalemia
Detailed Answer:
Dear Sir,
Don't worry, if you have no kidney disease, there will be no problem.
We have many patients with such diet, but usually high potassium levels develop patients with advanced age or with kidney disease.
Just drink much water and everything will be fine. Don't forget to exercise regularly!
Hope this was of help
Wishing you good health
In case of further questions don't hesitate to ask
Regards,
You don't have risks for developing hyperkalemia
Detailed Answer:
Dear Sir,
Don't worry, if you have no kidney disease, there will be no problem.
We have many patients with such diet, but usually high potassium levels develop patients with advanced age or with kidney disease.
Just drink much water and everything will be fine. Don't forget to exercise regularly!
Hope this was of help
Wishing you good health
In case of further questions don't hesitate to ask
Regards,
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Thank you so much for fast replying :)
Brief Answer:
You are welcome
Detailed Answer:
Take care
You are welcome
Detailed Answer:
Take care
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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