Hypokalemia, as the name suggests, is a diseased condition where the potassium level in the blood of the patient is lower than the normal levels. Potassium is needed for the proper functioning of the nerves and muscle cells. Potassium is observed from food and excreted by urine. This disease can be fatal if not treated in time

The main cause hypokalemia is improper metabolism of the body. Administration of certain drugs such as carbenicillin, amphoteracin B, gentamicin may lead to this disease. Excessive output of urine due to intake of diuretics may also lead to this disease. Diarrhea or bulimia may also lead to this disease. Patients who tend to sweat excessively may also suffer from this disease. Kidney disorder due to underlying of certain diseases, such as Bartter syndrome, hyperaldosteronism, Liddle syndrome, etc may lead to this disease

Hypokalemia can be prevented by eating potassium rich diets such as peas and beans, milk, bananas, oranges, tomatoes, etc. potassium can also be gathered by peanut butter, granola, Brussels sprouts, etc