Diabetic Acidosis Respiration Is Called
Acidosis is a condition in which there is excessive acid in the body fluids. It is the opposite of alkalosis (a condition in which there is excessive base in the body fluids).
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
The kidneys and lungs maintain the balance (proper pH level) of chemicals called acids and bases in the body. Acidosis occurs when acid builds up or when bicarbonate (a base) is lost. Acidosis is classified as either
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Metabolic acidosis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Metabolic acidosis is a condition in which there is too much acid in the body fluids.Alternative NamesAcidosis - metabolicCauses, incidence, and risk... Read more »
Respiratory acidosis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Ventilatory failure; Respiratory failure; Acidosis - respiratory Treatment Treatment is aimed at the underlying lung disease, and may... Read more »
Lactic acidosis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Lactic acidosis is when lactic acid builds ups in the bloodstream faster than it can be removed. Lactic acid is produced when oxygen levels in the... Read more »
Distal renal tubular acidosis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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