Acid Body

This content is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not a diagnosis and does not replace consultation with a healthcare professional. If you experience symptoms of acidosis or alkalosis, seek medical attention immediately.

Does Rilassáre's complementary medicine replace traditional medicine?

No. Our complementary medicine protocols (nutrition, psychological support, and general medicine) are designed as an adjunct to the treatment a patient may already be receiving, never as a substitute. Every case is individually assessed by our medical team, since no intervention is free of risk and its suitability depends on each person's clinical history.

What is acid-alkaline balance?

Your blood needs the correct balance of acidic and alkaline (basic) compounds to function properly. This is called acid-alkaline balance. Your kidneys and lungs work to maintain acid-alkaline balance. Even small variations from the normal range can have significant effects on your vital organs. The level of acidity and alkalinity is measured on a pH scale. An increase in acidity causes pH levels to drop. An increase in alkalinity causes pH levels to rise.

When acid levels in the blood are too high, it's called acidosis. When your blood is too alkaline, it's called alkalosis. Respiratory acidosis and alkalosis are due to a problem with the lungs. Metabolic acidosis and alkalosis are due to a problem with the kidneys. Each of these conditions is caused by an underlying disease or disorder, and diagnosis and treatment must always be carried out by a doctor. Chronic stress is one of the factors that may contribute to a more acidic environment in the body.

Respiratory acidosis

When you breathe, your lungs remove excess carbon dioxide from your body. When they cannot do this adequately, your blood and other fluids can become too acidic.

Symptoms of respiratory acidosis

Some of the symptoms may include fatigue, shortness of breath, and confusion.

Causes of respiratory acidosis

There are several different causes of respiratory acidosis, which may include:

• •Chest deformities or injuries
• •Chronic diseases of the lungs and airways
• •Excessive use of sedatives
• •Obesity
• •Stress at very high levels

Types of respiratory acidosis

Often there are no noticeable symptoms in the early stages of respiratory acidosis. This is primarily because your blood gradually becomes acidic, and your kidneys adjust to compensate for the acidity levels, restoring a normal pH balance. However, when body acidity becomes excessive, it can damage different organs.

Acute respiratory acidosis occurs suddenly, and the kidneys do not have time to adapt to the acidity levels. Patients with acute respiratory acidosis require immediate medical attention, as their condition can worsen quickly.

Diagnosis of respiratory acidosis

A complete physical examination performed by a doctor is required. Diagnostic tests and examinations may include:

• •Arterial blood gas test
• •Metabolic panel
• •Lung function test
• •Body weight assessment
• •Chest x-ray

Treatment of respiratory acidosis

You need to see a doctor immediately to treat acute respiratory acidosis, as it can be a life-threatening condition. Treatment is directed at the cause and must be determined by a healthcare professional. Bronchodilator medications can be given to correct some forms of airway obstruction. If your blood oxygen level is too low, supplemental oxygen, noninvasive positive airway pressure ventilation, or a ventilator may be necessary, always under medical direction.

To treat chronic respiratory acidosis, the treating physician must determine the underlying cause so that appropriate treatment can be implemented, which may range from antibiotics to ventilator support. In any case, quitting smoking is a general recommendation, as smoking can worsen acidosis.

Complications of respiratory acidosis

Respiratory acidosis is serious and requires immediate medical attention. Possible complications of untreated or inadequately treated respiratory acidosis include respiratory failure and organ failure, both of which are life-threatening.

Prevention of respiratory acidosis

There are general measures that can help reduce the risk of some of the conditions associated with respiratory acidosis: maintaining a healthy weight, taking sedatives only under strict medical supervision and never combining them with alcohol, and avoiding smoking. At Rilassáre Clinic we offer an interdisciplinary approach to stress management (nutrition, psychology, and general medicine) that can be part of a healthier lifestyle; this does not replace the medical evaluation and treatment that respiratory acidosis requires.

Metabolic acidosis

Metabolic acidosis occurs when your body produces too much acid or when your kidneys can't eliminate it properly. Chronic stress is one of the factors that may contribute to this imbalance.

Symptoms of metabolic acidosis

Some of the main symptoms may include rapid breathing, fatigue, and confusion.

Causes and types of metabolic acidosis

There are three main types of metabolic acidosis. Diabetic acidosis, or diabetic ketoacidosis, is a buildup of ketone bodies, most often due to uncontrolled type 1 diabetes. Hyperchloremic acidosis occurs when your body loses too much sodium bicarbonate, often after very severe diarrhea. Lactic acidosis is when too much lactic acid builds up. This can be due to:

• •Prolonged exercise
• •Lack of oxygen
• •Certain medications, including salicylates
• •Low blood sugar or hypoglycemia
• •Alcohol
• •Seizures
• •Liver failure
• •Cancer
• •Nephropathy (kidney diseases)
• •Severe dehydration
• •Poisoning from taking too much aspirin, ethylene glycol, and methanol
• •High levels of stress

Diagnosis of metabolic acidosis

Some diagnostic tests may include serum electrolytes, urine pH, and arterial blood gases. Once acidosis is confirmed, other tests may be necessary to identify the underlying cause. This diagnosis must always be made by a doctor.

Treatment of metabolic acidosis

The underlying condition causing the acidosis must be treated by a doctor, who will determine whether medication, such as sodium bicarbonate, is needed to normalize blood pH. At Rilassáre Clinic, our interdisciplinary team can support you with general wellness protocols once your treating physician has evaluated your case; these protocols do not diagnose, cure, or replace medical treatment for acidosis.

Complications of metabolic acidosis

In severe reported cases, metabolic acidosis can cause shock and can be life-threatening.

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