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4. Irregular Heartbeat

Anyone experiencing unexplained heart abnormalities should see a physician right away for a proper diagnosis. If a lack of potassium causes an irregular heartbeat, the deficiency is likely quite severe. The heart is a muscular organ; when muscle contractions become irregular, as can happen with low potassium, the heart can suffer. Abnormal heart rhythm can be very dangerous if left untreated.

Cardiac arrhythmia disease awareness poster with stethoscope

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