Acid-Base Disorders
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Acid-Base Disorders conditions
Distal Renal Tubular Acidosis (RTA Type 1)Distal renal tubular acidosis (RTA Type 1) is a disorder causing impaired acid secretion in the distal nephron, leading to metabolic acidosis and hypokalemia.Hyperkalemic Tubular Acidosis (RTA Type 4)Hyperkalemic Tubular Acidosis (RTA Type 4) is characterized by impaired aldosterone activity causing hyperkalemia and metabolic acidosis with normal anion gap.Metabolic AcidosisMetabolic acidosis is a condition characterized by decreased blood pH due to increased acid production or loss of bicarbonate, often presenting with rapid breathing and fatigue.Metabolic AlkalosisMetabolic alkalosis is a condition characterized by elevated blood pH due to increased bicarbonate or loss of hydrogen ions, often caused by vomiting or diuretic use.Proximal Renal Tubular Acidosis (RTA Type 2)Proximal renal tubular acidosis (RTA type 2) is a disorder causing impaired bicarbonate reabsorption in the proximal tubule leading to metabolic acidosis.Respiratory AcidosisRespiratory acidosis is a condition where hypoventilation causes elevated CO2 levels, leading to decreased blood pH and respiratory compensation mechanisms.Respiratory AlkalosisRespiratory alkalosis is a condition caused by excessive breathing leading to decreased carbon dioxide levels and elevated blood pH, often presenting with dizziness and tingling.