Alkalosis

Can anyone explain respiratory alkalosis and how it relates to respiratory physiology? What would be a good book that describes respiratory physiology? Thanks for your help. Rohit Soans

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... kidney, and liver disorders, , improper diet, etc.. But are you refering to intake of water that is low or high pH as a cause? High pH is called Alkalosis (pH Values above 6.8 ) This is a bit less common than acidosis. It effects the nervous system. Also there would include sore muscles, hypertension, ...

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... your questions, alkaloides are alkali (ie when in solution their pH is above 7) just like plenty of other molecules. And they are not related to alkalosis. Why because this is just a nice medical word to talk about a pH change of the blood. So the root of the word is identical, but that is about ...

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When someone is vomitting, they are vomitting up acid. You are losing H+ in the body, and this cause an increase in pH which results in metabolic alkalosis. Also, there will be increase in bicarbonate. Hope that helps.

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i have been in the field of Traditional Chinese Med for 17 years i suggest that you consult a practitioner (MD)of TCM. Find one that has been taught in Japan and from Japan One that recognises the balance of yin and yang and understands the harmony of ones nature. This is where you WILL find your cu...

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