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Respiratory alkalosis |
| Overview Symptoms Treatment Prevention |
| Alternative Names: |
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Alkalosis - respiratory |
| Treatment: |
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Treatment is aimed at the condition that causes hyperventilation and respiratory alkalosis. Life-threatening respiratory alkalosis is very rare. |
| Expectations (prognosis): |
| The prognosis is based on the condition that causes the respiratory alkalosis. |
| Complications: |
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Seizures may occur if the alkalosis is extremely severe. This is very rare. |
| Calling your health care provider: |
| Call your health care provider if you have any symptoms of lung disease, such as chronic cough or shortness of breath. |
Respiratory system |
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