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The Reason for Breathing
Some Symptoms of Acidosis and Alkalosis
One of the primary reasons for breathing is to regulate blood pH so that respiratory acidosis and alkalosis don't occur.
This is a cutaway view showing the symptoms of acidosis and alkalosis on various body systems. The systems affected by acidosis are: the central nervous system, with symptoms of headache, sleepiness, confusion, loss of consciousness, and coma. Respiratory system symptoms include shortness of breath and coughing. Heart symptoms include arrhythmia and increased heart rate. Muscular system symptoms include seizures and weakness. Digestive system symptoms are nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea. The systems affected by alkalosis are: the central nervous system, with symptoms of confusion, light-headedness, stupor, and coma. Peripheral nervous system symptoms include hand tremor and numbness or tingling in the face, hands, or feet. Muscular system symptoms include twitching and prolonged spasms. Digestive system symptoms are nausea and vomiting.
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