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			\| name = Hypochloremia
			\| image = [[File:Cl-TableImage.svg\|150px]]
			\| caption = Chloride ion
			\| field = [[Nephrology]]
			\| synonyms = Chloride deficiency
			\| symptoms = [[Fatigue (medical)\|Fatigue]], [[muscle weakness]], [[breathing difficulties]]
			\| complications = [[Metabolic alkalosis]], [[hypokalemia]], [[hyponatremia]]
			\| onset =
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			\| causes = [[Vomiting]], [[diarrhea]], [[diuretics]], [[cystic fibrosis]]
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			\| diagnosis = [[Blood test]]
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			\| treatment = [[Intravenous therapy\|IV fluids]], [[oral rehydration therapy]]
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	'''Hypochloremia''' is a condition where there is a low level of chloride in the blood. This can be due to a variety of causes, including excessive loss of body fluids, certain medications, and diseases of the kidneys or lungs.		'''Hypochloremia''' is a condition where there is a low level of chloride in the blood. This can be due to a variety of causes, including excessive loss of body fluids, certain medications, and diseases of the kidneys or lungs.

	==Causes==		==Causes==
	Hypochloremia can be caused by a number of factors. These include:		Hypochloremia can be caused by a number of factors. These include:

	* [[Excessive loss of body fluids]]: This can occur due to vomiting, diarrhea, or sweating.		* [[Excessive loss of body fluids]]: This can occur due to vomiting, diarrhea, or sweating.
	* [[Medications]]: Certain medications, such as diuretics, can cause hypochloremia.		* [[Medications]]: Certain medications, such as diuretics, can cause hypochloremia.
	* [[Kidney diseases]]: Diseases of the kidneys, such as chronic kidney disease, can cause hypochloremia.		* [[Kidney diseases]]: Diseases of the kidneys, such as chronic kidney disease, can cause hypochloremia.
	* [[Lung diseases]]: Certain lung diseases, such as cystic fibrosis, can cause hypochloremia.		* [[Lung diseases]]: Certain lung diseases, such as cystic fibrosis, can cause hypochloremia.

	==Symptoms==		==Symptoms==
	The symptoms of hypochloremia can vary depending on the severity of the condition. They can include:		The symptoms of hypochloremia can vary depending on the severity of the condition. They can include:

	* [[Fatigue]]		* [[Fatigue]]
	* [[Muscle weakness]]		* [[Muscle weakness]]
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	* [[Dry mouth]]		* [[Dry mouth]]
	* [[Dehydration]]		* [[Dehydration]]

	==Diagnosis==		==Diagnosis==
	Hypochloremia is typically diagnosed through a [[blood test]]. This test measures the level of chloride in the blood. If the level is low, this indicates hypochloremia.		Hypochloremia is typically diagnosed through a [[blood test]]. This test measures the level of chloride in the blood. If the level is low, this indicates hypochloremia.

	==Treatment==		==Treatment==
	The treatment for hypochloremia typically involves treating the underlying cause of the condition. This can include:		The treatment for hypochloremia typically involves treating the underlying cause of the condition. This can include:

	* Replacing lost fluids: This can be done through drinking fluids or through intravenous (IV) fluids.		* Replacing lost fluids: This can be done through drinking fluids or through intravenous (IV) fluids.
	* Changing medications: If a medication is causing hypochloremia, it may need to be changed.		* Changing medications: If a medication is causing hypochloremia, it may need to be changed.
	* Treating underlying diseases: If a disease is causing hypochloremia, it will need to be treated.		* Treating underlying diseases: If a disease is causing hypochloremia, it will need to be treated.

	==See also==		==See also==
	* [[Hyponatremia]]		* [[Hyponatremia]]
	* [[Hyperchloremia]]		* [[Hyperchloremia]]
	* [[Electrolyte imbalance]]		* [[Electrolyte imbalance]]

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	[[Category:Electrolyte disorders]]		[[Category:Electrolyte disorders]]

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'''Hypochloremia''' is a condition where there is a low level of chloride in the blood. This can be due to a variety of causes, including excessive loss of body fluids, certain medications, and diseases of the kidneys or lungs.

==Causes==
Hypochloremia can be caused by a number of factors. These include:

* [[Excessive loss of body fluids]]: This can occur due to vomiting, diarrhea, or sweating.
* [[Medications]]: Certain medications, such as diuretics, can cause hypochloremia.
* [[Kidney diseases]]: Diseases of the kidneys, such as chronic kidney disease, can cause hypochloremia.
* [[Lung diseases]]: Certain lung diseases, such as cystic fibrosis, can cause hypochloremia.

==Symptoms==
The symptoms of hypochloremia can vary depending on the severity of the condition. They can include:

* [[Fatigue]]
* [[Muscle weakness]]
* [[Excessive thirst]]
* [[Dry mouth]]
* [[Dehydration]]

==Diagnosis==
Hypochloremia is typically diagnosed through a [[blood test]]. This test measures the level of chloride in the blood. If the level is low, this indicates hypochloremia.

==Treatment==
The treatment for hypochloremia typically involves treating the underlying cause of the condition. This can include:

* Replacing lost fluids: This can be done through drinking fluids or through intravenous (IV) fluids.
* Changing medications: If a medication is causing hypochloremia, it may need to be changed.
* Treating underlying diseases: If a disease is causing hypochloremia, it will need to be treated.

==See also==
* [[Hyponatremia]]
* [[Hyperchloremia]]
* [[Electrolyte imbalance]]

[[Category:Medical conditions]]
[[Category:Electrolyte disorders]]

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