Symptoms Linked To Metabolic Alkalosis

Jaundice

Jaundice is a liver dysfunction characterized by yellowing of the whites of the eyes and yellowing of the skin. An individual who has a tumor in their liver, hepatitis, bile duct inflammation, hemolytic anemia, Gilbert's syndrome, or cholestasis can develop jaundice. The yellowing of the skin and mucous membranes is the result of bilirubin leaking into the blood. These problems with the liver can also cause lower than normal levels of an acid referred to as albumin in the blood, which raises its pH level. Another mechanism in the liver that can become impaired from the aforementioned conditions is the synthesis of urea. Urea synthesis is a critical function that causes the elimination of metabolically produced bicarbonate. Metabolic alkalosis develops when bicarbonate cannot be eliminated properly from an affected individual's body through this mechanism because it is impaired.

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