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Alkalosis - Glossary

Medically Reviewed by The Medindia Medical Review Team on Mar 29, 2017


Glossary

Alkalosis: Dangerously decreased acidity of the blood, which can be caused by high altitudes, hyperventilation, and excessive vomiting.


Hyperventilation: Rapid or deep breathing in excess of that needed to supply oxygen to the body.

Hypokalaemia: Inadequate amount of potassium in the blood.

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