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Understanding Water Intoxication, December 1, 1998

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### Understanding Water Intoxication, December 1, 1998

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  1. Understanding Water Intoxication, December 1, 1998

Understanding Water Intoxication, December 1, 1998

When the body takes in large amounts of water but excretes very little, extracellular fluid increases, seeping into cells and causing intracellular fluid to rise. As a result, electrolytes become diluted and their levels drop, leading to symptoms such as hyponatremia and hypokalemia. Treatment involves diuretics to remove excess water and supplements of potassium, sodium, and calcium.

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