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Metabolic acidosis   

Overview | Symptoms | Treatment | Prevention

Treatment

Treatment is aimed at the underlying condition. In certain circumstances, sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) may be given to improve the acidity of the blood.

Prognosis

The prognosis of metabolic acidosis depends on the underlying disease.

Complications

When very severe, metabolic acidosis can lead to shock or death.

Call Your Health Care Provider If:

Call your health care provider, or go to the nearest emergency room if symptoms of any disease that causes metabolic acidosis appear.

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