Signs and symptoms of hyperkalemia

1. Weakness or fatigue
2. Nausea or vomiting
3. Muscle weakness or paralysis
4. Irregular heartbeat or palpitations
5. Tingling or numbness in the hands or feet
6. Difficulty breathing
7. Confusion or changes in mental status
8. Chest pain
9. Abdominal pain
10. High blood pressure

It is important to seek medical attention if you experience any of these symptoms, as hyperkalemia can be a serious condition that requires prompt treatment.

Signs and Symptoms of Hyperkalemia

Mild Hyperkalemia (Potassium levels: 5.5-6.0 mEq/L)

- May be asymptomatic
- Fatigue
- Muscle weakness
- Paresthesias (tingling or numbness)

Moderate Hyperkalemia (Potassium levels: 6.1-7.0 mEq/L)

- Muscle weakness
- Fatigue
- Paresthesias
- Bradycardia (slow heart rate)
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Paralysis

Severe Hyperkalemia (Potassium levels: >7.0 mEq/L)

- Life-threatening
- Cardiac arrhythmias
- EKG changes (peaked T waves, widened QRS complex, sinusoidal rhythm)
- Paralysis
- Respiratory arrest

Other Signs and Symptoms

- Thirst
- Polyuria (excessive urination)
- Dehydration
- Confusion
- Agitation