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A low potassium level can make muscles feel weak, cramp, twitch, or even become paralyzed, and abnormal heart rhythms may develop.
A low sodium level has many causes, including consumption of too many fluids, kidney failure, heart failure, cirrhosis, and use of diuretics.
E coli in urine means urine infection. Do the following for uti--you maintain high grade of personal hygiene. Do change your underclothes at least 2 times a day
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Good evening sir,
whole legumes, pulses and fruits are good source of potassium. But it not like that we need to restrict potassium intake for all kidney patients. Low potassium diets are recommended for kidney patients whose serum potassium levels are higher than normal. I would suggest you consult a clinical dietitian to plan a diet chart for the concerned patient.

Dark chocolates
Avocados. The avocado is a tasty source of magnesium.
Handful of nuts everyday
Legumes
Tofu
Seeds
Whole grains etc.
these you can add in your daily routine for minimum deficiency.

You can have fruits with low glycemic load in small quantities. You can have coconut water. A way to keep sugars in control is also to take more vegetables especially before taking carbohydrates.

Mr. Lybrate-user, it is possible that if potassium citrate is taken it may affect fluoroquinolnes action. But most often in urinary tract infections both these drugs are given together. There is no harm.

It is not required unless you have Kidney disease, taking potassium sparing diuretics or have had conditions like Periodic Palsy.

I am sorry to hear about your concern but will be happy to assist you.
The leading causes of hyperkalemia are chronic kidney disease, uncontrolled diabetes, dehydration, having had severe bleeding, consuming excessive dietary potassium, and some medications. A doctor will typically diagnose hyperkalemia when levels of potassium are between 5.0–5.5 milliequivalents per liter (meq/l).
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Eat more curd, vegetable juice ,tomato, baked sweet potato, spinach, raisin ,baked potato, orange, fat free milk, banana.

Hello lybrate-user.
It is better to consult with proper details and test report suggesting low potassium.
Then will be able to suggest right solution.
As potassium is a dangerous element and slight difference in levels can cause severe complications and even death.
Don't wait or try to do self treatment.

You can use potassium nitrate containing paste and also visit to a dentist for find out cause of problem.