Can Reduced Oral Intake Cause Hyponatremia?
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Hyponatremia, or low blood sodium, is the most common electrolyte disorder seen in clinical practice, affecting up to 30% of hospitalized patients. A surprising and often overlooked factor contributing to this condition is reduced oral intake, which can lead to a dangerously low solute load and impair the kidneys' ability to excrete water.
