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This translates to a few published marathon deaths worldwide in a typical year, although the authors lamented the lack of a central registry for the information. [1] The second major risk arises from imbalanced fluid or electrolyte levels, particularly hyponatremia (sodium deficiency, overhydration, or water intoxication). As a marathon medical ...
However, mild hyponatremia (plasma sodium levels at 131–135 mmol/L) may be associated with complications and subtle symptoms [14] (for example, increased falls, altered posture and gait, reduced attention, impaired cognition, and possibly higher rates of death).
More severe hyponatremia (levels less than 120 mEq/L), particularly if it develops rapidly (defined as occurring over less than 48 hours), can cause confusion, seizures and even lead to death ...
Exercise-associated hyponatremia (EAH) is a fluid-electrolyte disorder caused by a decrease in sodium levels (hyponatremia) during or up to 24 hours after prolonged physical activity. [1] This disorder can develop when marathon runners or endurance event athletes drink more fluid, usually water or sports drinks, than their kidneys can excrete ...
Hyponatremia, meaning "insufficient salt in the blood", is the technical name for water intoxication. It causes the brain to swell, which in extreme cases can lead to death.
And, not to be dramatic, but there is the minor (albeit rare!) issue of death as a result of hyponatremia. The takeaway here: Researchers are only just beginning to understand hyperhydration, and ...
Hyponatremia, or low sodium, is the most commonly seen type of electrolyte imbalance. [ 12 ] [ 13 ] Treatment of electrolyte imbalance depends on the specific electrolyte involved and whether the levels are too high or too low. [ 3 ]
The low GFR causes a lowered rate of osmole excretion, and an increase in the amount of water reabsorbed; thus, hyponatremia occurs when the amount of water intake exceeds the renal water excretion capacity. [2] Medications, such as thiazides and antidepressants, may exacerbate symptoms of hyponatremia. [2]