{"id":27637,"date":"2020-07-10T07:33:28","date_gmt":"2020-07-10T07:33:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.healthbenefitstimes.com\/glossary\/?p=27637"},"modified":"2023-04-11T05:25:31","modified_gmt":"2023-04-11T05:25:31","slug":"hyponatremia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.healthbenefitstimes.com\/glossary\/hyponatremia\/","title":{"rendered":"Hyponatremia"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>A decrease in the serum sodium concentration below the normal range, usually resulting from retention of water by the kidneys. Carbamazepine, an anticonvulsant medication used as a mood\u00a0stabilizer, may induce hyponatremia, particularly in older patients.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Lower than normal concentration of sodium in the blood.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Hyponatremia is a below normal concentration of sodium in the blood.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Lower than normal concentration of sodium in the blood, caused by dehydration (as from prolonged vomiting or diarrhea), excessive water in the bloodstream, or diuretic intake.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>An abnormally low level of sodium ions in the blood.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>The presence in the blood of an abnormally low concentration of sodium: occurs in dehydration.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>A decreased concentration of sodium in the blood.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Hypovolemia is a physiological state characterized by a reduction in the amount of sodium ions present in the extracellular fluid compartment of the body. This reduction can lead to a decrease in the volume of circulating blood, which can result in various health complications. Hypovolemia can occur due to a range of factors, including excessive fluid loss from the body, insufficient intake of sodium, or abnormal distribution of fluid within the body. The condition can cause symptoms such as dizziness, fainting, confusion, and increased heart rate. Treatment of hypovolemia typically involves replenishing the body&#8217;s sodium and fluid levels through appropriate medical interventions.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A decrease in the serum sodium concentration below the normal range, usually resulting from retention of water by the kidneys. Carbamazepine, an anticonvulsant medication used as a mood\u00a0stabilizer, may induce hyponatremia, particularly in older patients. Lower than normal concentration of sodium in the blood. 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