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Most Common Cause Of Respiratory Alkalosis
Respiratory alkalosis is a condition marked by low levels of carbon dioxide in the blood due to breathing excessively.
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Alternative Names
Alkalosis - respiratory
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Common causes include:
- Anxiety
- Fever
Hyperventilation
Any lung disease that leads to shortness of breath can also cause respiratory alkalosis.
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