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4. Potassium

Hypokalemia, or low potassium, may cause muscle cramps or twitching, fatigue, stiffness, difficulty breathing, abnormal heart rhythms, localized or temporary paralysis, and kidney problems.

The most common causes of low potassium are dehydration, chronic alcohol use, vomiting and diarrhea, certain types of antibiotics, diabetes, and diuretic medications meant to relieve water retention.

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