Viewer Comments: Low Potassium (Hypokalemia) - Causes
Viewer Comments & ReviewsLow Potassium (Hypokalemia) - CausesThe eMedicineHealth physician editors ask:What was the cause of your low potassium?
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Comment from: PattieCathie, 55-64 Female (Patient)
Published: May 31
I was in the operating room waiting for my cataract surgery to begin when I freaked out. They decided to put me completely to sleep. They did some extra blood work and found that my potassium was low, and my surgery was canceled.
Comment from: rsmith8266@hotmail.c, 75 or over Male (Patient)
Published: March 10
Low potassium was discovered through a routine blood workup. I did not fast before this and I am curious as to whether this played a part in it.
Comment from: furil2, 55-64 Female (Patient)
Published: January 28
I had bloodwork due to a surgical procedure coming up to remove a lipoma. I was told my level was 3.3. Haven't had any bowel troubles at all. I have taken Dyazide for many years for my low potassium and was also told to eat more bananas. Must Read Articles Related to Low Potassium
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I had bariatric surgery. During surgery I was given potassium by IV. Two days after surgery I was still low and given another IV. Now nearly 8 weeks after surgery my blood work shows my potassium levels are still low. Now I am on oral medication.