Very scared

I have an inflammatory bowel disease. I went for a check up last week and was told I have very high potassium levels. The doctor wasn't too concerned as my kidney function is fine but I am very scared I have another disease which is contributing to it. I am doing a retest tomorrow and am petrified I will be rushed in as an emergency case.
I do have some hand numbness at times.

Anyone had this before?

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ABCDEF7 · M

Often a report of high blood potassium isn't true hyperkalemia. Instead, it may be caused by the rupture of blood cells in the blood sample during or shortly after the blood draw. The ruptured cells leak their potassium into the sample. This falsely raises the amount of potassium in the blood sample, even though the potassium level in your body is actually normal. When this is suspected, a repeat blood sample is done.

Don't worry everything will be alright. 🙂

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ABCDEF7 · M

@Jenni855 So the first report wasn't true. 🙂

Jenni855 · 36-40, F

@ABCDEF7 Appears not to be.

ABCDEF7 · M

@Jenni855 Why, you said clear this time

Bushranger · 70-79, M

I had ulcerative colitis for around 25 years, similar condition I believe. If you've got any questions, pm me.

Jenni855 · 36-40, F

@Bushranger Same condition, pancolitis

HappyBella · 41-45, F

I hope they can sort this out so you can feel less anxious.

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Echambers101 · 26-30, M

no but hang in there everything will be ok hugs 🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗

Jenni855 · 36-40, F

@Echambers101 I hope so, I am terrified

Echambers101 · 26-30, M

@Jenni855 don't be Gods got you

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