sir doctor siad my father(age 59) has potassium leakage from kidneys. it is 3 mEq/L than range between 3.5-5.4mEq/L. and doctor also said that potassium is important for heart as my father also has heart problem ( bigeminy, long QT axis, sinus tachycardia with frequent PVC as per ECG report). actually what will be the causes of potassium leakage?
Hi you require doing some tests like blood and urine potassium levels, osmolarities to look for WHT is the cause for potassium loss. If he is on diuretics for heart failure, the dose needs to be reduced or substituted with potassium sparing diuretics. If potassium continues to be low he can take potassium rich foods like fruit Jules, coconut water BUT all This has to be done in consultation with your doctor only. Take care