Hyponatremia

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Definition

When your sodium levels are too low, which sounds minor until your brain starts swelling and you get confused.

Example Usage

The ultramarathon runner suffered hyponatremia from drinking too much water without electrolyte replacement.

Source: Medical terminology

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