학술논문
Liquorice-induced apparent mineralocorticoid excess presenting in the emergency department.
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1470-2118
Abstract
A 65-year-old woman with a background of myalgic encephalitis, who was taking alternative medicines and dietary supplements, presented with hypokalaemia and hypertension. After a thorough history it became apparent that this was most likely secondary to regular consumption of liquorice tea. The patient was advised to discontinue drinking this tea and was discharged. Follow-up showed normalising blood pressure and hypokalaemia, with a normal aldosterone:renin ratio. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]