{"product_id":"2940154039274","title":"Acidosis, A Simple Guide To The Condition, Diagnosis, Treatments And Related Conditions","description":"\u003cp\u003eAcidosis is a medical disorder in which there is too much acid in the body fluids.\u003cbr\u003eIt is just the opposite of alkalosis (too much base inside the body fluids).\u003cbr\u003eWhen the body fluids have too much acid, this is termed acidosis.\u003cbr\u003eAcidosis happens when the kidneys and lungs can not keep the body’s pH in balance.\u003cbr\u003eMany of the body’s actions produce acid.\u003cbr\u003eThe lungs and kidneys can normally compensate for slight pH imbalances but disorders with these organs can result in excess acid in the body.\u003cbr\u003eThe acidity of the blood is assessed by determining its pH.\u003cbr\u003eAcidosis is characterized by a pH of 7.35 or less.\u003cbr\u003eAcidosis happens when acid accumulates or when a base (bicarbonate) is eliminated.\u003cbr\u003eAcidosis can result in numerous health problems, and it can even be life-threatening\u003cbr\u003eAcidosis is classified as either respiratory or metabolic acidosis.\u003cbr\u003eMetabolic Acidosis:\u003cbr\u003e1. Diabetic acidosis happens in people with diabetes that is poorly regulated\u003cbr\u003e2. Hyperchloremic acidosis occurs from a loss of sodium bicarbonate\u003cbr\u003e3. Lactic acidosis happens when there is too much lactic acid in the body\u003cbr\u003eSymptoms of respiratory acidosis are:\u003cbr\u003e1. Fatigue or drowsiness\u003cbr\u003e2. Confusion\u003cbr\u003e3. Shortness of breath\u003cbr\u003e4. Headache\u003cbr\u003eSymptoms of metabolic acidosis are:\u003cbr\u003e1. Rapid and shallow breathing\u003cbr\u003e2. Confusion\u003cbr\u003e3. Fatigue\u003cbr\u003e4. Headache\u003cbr\u003e5. Breath that smells fruity\u003cbr\u003eAn arterial blood gas looks at the levels of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the blood.\u003cbr\u003eIt also shows the blood pH\u003cbr\u003eThe first diagnosis of an acidosis problem may be presence of low serum bicarbonate on testing.\u003cbr\u003eTreatment is aimed at the underlying condition.\u003cbr\u003eDoctors normally require knowing what is causing the acidosis to determine how to treat it.\u003cbr\u003eHowever, some treatments can be used for any type of acidosis.\u003cbr\u003eThe doctor may give the patient sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) to raise the pH of the blood.\u003cbr\u003eThis can be done either orally or through an intravenous (IV) drip.\u003cbr\u003eThe patient might also be given oxygen.\u003cbr\u003eRespiratory Acidosis\u003cbr\u003eTreatments for this condition are normally designed to help the lungs.\u003cbr\u003eThe patient may be given drugs to dilate the airway.\u003cbr\u003eThe patient might also be given oxygen or a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) device.\u003cbr\u003eThe CPAP device can help the patient breathe if the patient has an obstructed airway or muscle weakness.\u003cbr\u003eMetabolic Acidosis\u003cbr\u003eThe specific forms of metabolic acidosis have their individual treatments.\u003cbr\u003ePeople with hyper-chloremic acidosis may be administered oral sodium bicarbonate.\u003cbr\u003eAcidosis as a result from kidney failure may be treated with sodium citrate.\u003cbr\u003eDiabetics with ketoacidosis receive intravenous fluids and insulin to correct their pH.\u003cbr\u003eLactic acidosis treatment is:\u003cbr\u003e1. Bicarbonate supplements,\u003cbr\u003e2. IV fluids,\u003cbr\u003e3. Oxygen,\u003cbr\u003e4. Antibiotics, depending on the cause.\u003cbr\u003eIn some patients, sodium bicarbonate (the chemical in baking soda) may be given to reduce the acidity of the blood.\u003cbr\u003ePatients with metabolic acidosis are often very ill and prone to rapid deterioration.\u003cbr\u003eAcidosis can be dangerous if untreated.\u003cbr\u003eMany patients respond well to treatment.\u003cbr\u003eTABLE OF CONTENT\u003cbr\u003eIntroduction\u003cbr\u003eChapter 1 Acidosis\u003cbr\u003eChapter 2 Causes\u003cbr\u003eChapter 3 Symptoms\u003cbr\u003eChapter 4 Diagnosis\u003cbr\u003eChapter 5 Treatment\u003cbr\u003eChapter 6 Prognosis\u003cbr\u003eChapter 7 Heatstroke\u003cbr\u003eChapter 8 Dehydration\u003cbr\u003eEpilogue\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kenneth Kee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47103488000240,"sku":"2940154039274","price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/2940154039274_p0.jpg?v=1764106623","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/2940154039274","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}