Respiratory alkalosis: An acid-base imbalance disorder involving the blood gases. It is characterized by decreased levels of carbon dioxide in the blood and is caused by an increase in the breathing rate or volume. The severity of symptoms is determined by the degree of imbalance. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Respiratory alkalosis is available below.
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A state due to excess loss of carbon dioxide from the body. (Dorland, 27th ed) - (Source - Diseases Database)
Alkalosis resulting from increased gas exchange in the lungs (as in hyperventilation associated with extreme anxiety or aspirin intoxication or metabolic acidosis) - (Source - WordNet 2.1)
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