Low Potassium
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Low potassium level, known as hypokalemia, occurs when the amount of this mineral in the blood drops below normal; potassium is essential for the functioning of the muscles and the heart.
Symptoms that may appear: muscle weakness, cramps, fatigue, palpitations, and, in marked cases, heart rhythm disturbances.
Associated factors: losses from vomiting or diarrhea, certain kidney conditions, or imbalances in the diet.
Which specialist treats it? It is evaluated by the general practitioner and the internist, with support from the nephrologist for kidney causes and the nutritionist for the dietary aspect; in acute cases the emergency physician steps in. If you experience weakness or palpitations that concern you, it is advisable to discuss it with a professional who can guide the studies.
Data on 125 doctors who treat low potassium
Which specialist treats low potassium?
Low potassium levels can be treated by a general practitioner or an internal medicine specialist, who will assess the cause; a nutritionist can help with dietary adjustments, and if symptoms are severe, an emergency medicine physician should be seen. Look for the specialist that matches the severity of your case.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in low potassium
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Jetro Osorio
Dr. Nayeli Solis Argüelles
Dr. María de Lourdes Verde hoyos
Dr. Evelin Flores
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Juan David García Romero
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Daniel García Sánchez Mejorada
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Frida Larrache Campos
Dr. Mayra Yadira Briseño Quintanares
Dr. Aldo Mauricio Cruz Hernández
Dr. Silvia Caballero Delgado
Dr. Venus Xochiquetzal Villalobos Hernández
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Alan Osmar Alanís Cruz
Dr. Elizabeth Bautista López
Dr. Yolanda Yamilé López López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Frequently asked questions
What is low potassium?
Low potassium level, known as hypokalemia, occurs when the amount of this mineral in the blood drops below normal; potassium is essential for the functioning of the muscles and the heart.
Which doctor treats low potassium?
Low potassium levels can be treated by a general practitioner or an internal medicine specialist, who will assess the cause; a nutritionist can help with dietary adjustments, and if symptoms are severe, an emergency medicine physician should be seen. Look for the specialist that matches the severity of your case.