Hengitysaltistus
Hengitysaltistus, also known as respiratory alkalosis, is a medical condition characterized by an elevated pH level in the blood due to excessive loss of carbon dioxide (CO2) through hyperventilation. This imbalance leads to an increase in blood pH above the normal range of 7.35 to 7.45. The condition can result from various causes, including anxiety, panic attacks, fever, pain, or certain neurological disorders.
The primary mechanism of hengitysaltistus involves rapid or deep breathing, which expels CO2 from the lungs
Diagnosis involves blood gas analysis, revealing elevated blood pH and decreased partial pressure of CO2 (pCO2).
Treatment approaches focus on addressing the underlying cause of hyperventilation and restoring normal CO2 levels. Techniques
While hengitysaltistus is generally reversible and not life-threatening on its own, recognizing and managing the condition