Hyponatremia
Hyponatremia is a lower-than-normal level of sodium in the blood. Sodium helps regulate the body's water, so a drop in it can affect the function of several organs, especially the brain.
When to see a doctor? Care is advisable with headache, nausea, confusion, weakness or, in severe cases, marked drowsiness or seizures.
Common causes: It may be related to excess fluids, losses from vomiting or diarrhea, certain medications, or heart, kidney or hormonal conditions.
Which specialist treats it? The internist and the nephrologist study the balance of fluids and salts, the pediatric nephrologist cares for children, and an acute case may require emergency care. If a test shows low sodium or these symptoms appear, it's sensible for a professional to assess the cause.
Data on 78 doctors who treat hyponatremia
Specialties that treat hyponatremia
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in hyponatremia
Dra. Maria Gomez Palacio Schjetnan
Dr. Julio Cesar De la Fuente Muñoz
Dr. Arnoldo Samuel Kraus Weisman
Dr. Arnoldo Samuel Kraus Weisman
Dr. Mauricio Espinosa Torres
Dra. Maria Alejandra Torrero Miranda
Dr. Joaquín Gerardo Joya Galeana
Dr. Ramiro Millan Mota
Dr. Mateo Lorenzo Tapia
Dr. Mateo Lorenzo Tapia
Dr. Rafael Ordaz Castillo
Dr. Juan Trujillo Perrusquia
Dr. Juan Trujillo Perrusquia
Dr. Judith Ne'eman Márquez Reyes
Dra. Leticia Gutiérrez Pérez
Dr. Eduardo Lenin Ruelas Olvera
Dr. Clicerio González Villalpando
Dr. Juan Manuel Arce González
Dr. Aquiles Rafael Ayala Ruiz
Dr. Jose Juan Sanchez Chamorro
Frequently asked questions
What is hyponatremia?
Hyponatremia is a lower-than-normal level of sodium in the blood. Sodium helps regulate the body's water, so a drop in it can affect the function of several organs, especially the brain.
Which doctor treats hyponatremia?
Hyponatremia is usually treated by specialists in endocrinologist, nurse, infectious disease specialist, general practitioner, internist, nephrologist, pediatric nephrologist, rheumatologist, emergency physician, pediatric nephrologist.