Treatment depends on the cause. See the specific types of acidosis.
Expectations (prognosis):
Acidosis can be dangerous if untreated. Many causes respond adequately to treatment.
Complications:
See the specific types of acidosis.
Calling your health care provider:
Although there are several types of acidosis, all will cause symptoms that require treatment by your health care provider. (See the specific types of acidosis.)
Review Date: 12/9/2005
Reviewed By: Colm C. Magee, MD, MPH, Medical Director, Renal Transplant, Brigham & Women's Hospital, and Assistant Professor, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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