Methods Of Treating And Preventing Hyponatremia

Treating Associated Illness

Hyponatremia may sometimes develop as the result of an underlying medical condition. Treating associated illness can help reduce the symptoms of hyponatremia and allow the patient to make a full recovery. Congestive heart failure and diseases of the liver and kidneys are the most common medical conditions associated with hyponatremia. Addison's disease is another cause of low sodium in the bloodstream. This condition, also known as adrenal gland insufficiency, occurs when the adrenal glands cannot effectively produce the hormones needed to maintain sodium levels in the body. A rare disorder known as the syndrome of inappropriate anti-diuretic hormone is also linked to the development of hyponatremia. The condition causes the body to produce too much of the anti-diuretic hormone, and the body then retains water instead of getting rid of it through urination. Occasionally, treating depression with antidepressants may cause patients to develop hyponatremia. The most effective treatments for these underlying conditions vary, and patients with these health issues or any other conditions should consult their doctors for personalized treatment recommendations.