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==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
Lactic acidosis is when [http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003507.htm lactic acid] builds ups in the bloodstream faster than it can be removed. Lactic acid is produced when oxygen levels in the body drop. | |||
==What are the symptoms of Lactic acidosis?== | |||
* Nausea | |||
* Weakness | |||
==What causes Lactic acidosis?== | ==What causes Lactic acidosis?== | ||
The most common cause of lactic acidosis is intense exercise. However, it can also be caused by certain diseases, such as: | |||
* [[AIDS]] | |||
* [[Cancer]] | |||
* [[Kidney failure]] | |||
* [[Respiratory failure]] | |||
* [[Sepsis]] | |||
A common medicine used to treat [[diabetes]] called [[metformin]] can also cause lactic acidosis. If you take this medicine, have your electrolyte levels checked 1 - 2 weeks after starting it. | |||
==Who is at highest risk?== | ==Who is at highest risk?== | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
* Blood tests to check electrolyte levels | |||
==When to seek urgent medical care?== | ==When to seek urgent medical care?== | ||
==Treatment options== | ==Treatment options== | ||
The main treatment for lactic acidosis is to correct the medical problem that causes the condition. | |||
==Where to find medical care for Lactic acidosis?== | ==Where to find medical care for Lactic acidosis?== | ||
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==Possible complications== | ==Possible complications== | ||
==Sources== | ==Sources== | ||
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Overview
Lactic acidosis is when lactic acid builds ups in the bloodstream faster than it can be removed. Lactic acid is produced when oxygen levels in the body drop.
What are the symptoms of Lactic acidosis?
- Nausea
- Weakness
What causes Lactic acidosis?
The most common cause of lactic acidosis is intense exercise. However, it can also be caused by certain diseases, such as:
A common medicine used to treat diabetes called metformin can also cause lactic acidosis. If you take this medicine, have your electrolyte levels checked 1 - 2 weeks after starting it.
Who is at highest risk?
Diagnosis
- Blood tests to check electrolyte levels
When to seek urgent medical care?
Treatment options
The main treatment for lactic acidosis is to correct the medical problem that causes the condition.