What are the symptoms of low sodium blood levels?


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And the symptoms of all mineral & electolyte imbalances?

Answers:
Hyponatremia is a lower-than-normal concentration of sodium in the blood. Sodium is an electrolyte that helps with nerve and muscle function, and also helps to maintain blood pressure.

SIGNS & SYMPTOMS
•Confusion.
•Restlessness and anxiety.
•Weakness.
•Muscle cramps (usually in the legs).
•Changes in pulse rate and blood pressure.
•Tissue swelling (edema).
•Stupor or coma (if severe imbalance). Sodium imbalance may be part of a disease with other symptoms that predominate, such as fever, vomiting, diarrhea or excessive sweating.

Other Answers:
http://www.healthatoz.com/healthatoz/Atoz/ency/hyponatremia.jsp




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