Hyponatremia
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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 472 doctors who treat hyponatremia
Which specialist treats hyponatremia?
Hyponatremia should be evaluated by an internal medicine physician or a general practitioner, who identify the cause of the sodium imbalance. A nephrologist may be involved if there's kidney involvement, and an emergency medicine physician for acute cases. Find these specialists.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in hyponatremia
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Talina Mendivil Sánchez
Dr. Andrea Ladrón de Guevara
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Rosa Elena Pena Madero
Dr. Cristian Eduardo Flores Aceves
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Alisi Lucila López Marquez
Dr. Karla Paola Gonzalez Cabezas
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. María Cristina Velázquez Ochoa
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Nitza Pérez Martínez
Dr. Jorge Luis Denis Bravo
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Itzel Olivares Lara
Dr. Alma Delia Mejía Rendón
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
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 should be evaluated by an internal medicine physician or a general practitioner, who identify the cause of the sodium imbalance. A nephrologist may be involved if there's kidney involvement, and an emergency medicine physician for acute cases. Find these specialists.