Hyperchloremia: TYSK (Questions and Answers)

The book explains how excess chloride in the blood leads to electrolyte imbalance and how this condition is linked to diabetes, metabolic acidosis, respiratory alkalosis, corticosteroid use, and chronic kidney disease. It discusses symptoms such as fatigue, muscle weakness, excessive thirst, fluid retention, high blood pressure, and neurological changes.

Complications are outlined, including seizures, coma, kidney failure, kidney stones, and cardiovascular problems. The text also covers diagnostic methods like chloride blood tests, urine tests, and metabolic panels. Treatment options are described, including hydration, reducing salt intake, sodium bicarbonate therapy, dialysis, and intravenous fluids.

This book will interest students, health science learners, and those studying nephrology who want to understand hyperchloremia, its symptoms, risks, and management.