Can Stress Cause Your Potassium to Go Up? Understanding the Connection
                                
                                
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                                According to the Cleveland Clinic, severe stress and trauma can sometimes lead to significant electrolyte shifts in the body, affecting potassium levels. This article explores the nuanced question: can stress cause your potassium to go up, and if so, how does this physiological process unfold?