Faithnhm

[faithnhm333]

Hello everyone, has anyone had low potassium level with lupus?

[misty14]

Hi faithhm

It's very common to have low potassium with lupus. Your doctor can prescribe supplements. X

[faithnhm333 in reply to misty14]

Thanks Misty

[sunshine16]

Yes was given sando k

[faithnhm333 in reply to sunshine16]

Thanks Sunshine

[Paul_Howard Partner LUPUS UK]

Hi faithnhm333 ,

Low potassium levels can be a side effect of steroid treatment. Has your doctor made any recommendations on how to address this yet?

[faithnhm333]

Hello Paul. Pain in my leg was so bad, it sent me to the hospital. I also regurgitated several times. ER doctor said potassium level was very low and that I was dehydrated, gave me fluids and potassium pills. Will be following up with my PCP next week. I'm not on any steroids but I do take a water pill. Heard this may be the problem. Thanks for responding.