I have a low fever, body aches and Pain in both sides of my lower ribs, and a cough. Just recently I had a urine test and there was bacteria found with some blood and my potassium was high. I took a round of cipro and i dont think it did anything. Should I go to the emergency room. My doctor is not in at the moment due to weather conditions.
Hi Dear, Welcome to Chat Doctor. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have fever and body aches along with high potassium level in body which seems to be due to impaired kidney function, due to electrolyte imbalance, and it could be when you take potassium rich diet. Need not worry. Weakness in body along with cold clammy limb and slowing of heart beat is due to increased potassium level in body. You should visit general physician once and take resin therapy to lower down your potassium levels. You should take low potassium vegetables and fruits. Get your lab values monitored after every 15 days. Take proper rest and take Ibuprofen in case of fever. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes,