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Respiratory Alkalosis

Respiratory alkalosis is a condition marked by low levels of carbon dioxide in the blood due to breathing excessively. See also: Alkalosis

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Symptoms

The symptoms may include: Dizziness; Light-headedness; Numbness of the hands and feet.

Causes

Common causes include: Anxiety; Fever; Hyperventilation. Any lung disease that leads to shortness of breath can also ...

Tests

Arterial blood gas; Chest x-ray; Pulmonary function test.

Treatments

Treatment is aimed at the condition that causes respiratory alkalosis. Breathing into a paper bag - or using a mask t...

Available Treatments

Drugs

No Known Drug Therapy

Complications

Seizures may occur if the alkalosis is extremely severe. This is very rare.

Prevention

Deep Breathing Exercises

Doctor Specialties

Call your health care provider if you have any symptoms of lung disease, such as chronic cough or shortness of breath.

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