What is Type II Renal Tubular Acidosis?
Disease description:
I feel unwell physically; often, I experience discomfort in my renal tubules, have urinary tract issues, and notice a sour taste in my mouth. My doctor diagnosed me with Type II renal tubular acidosis. I’m curious—what exactly is Type II renal tubular acidosis?
Doctor's answer (2)
Dr. Zhang Min
Hello,
In Type II renal tubular acidosis (RTA), the urine may remain acidic during acidosis, as ammonium ion production is unaffected. This condition can reduce urinary losses of sodium, potassium, and calcium. Although acidosis may lead to bone demineralization and increased urinary calcium excretion, significant bone damage and nephrolithiasis are uncommon. However, because more ions reach the distal tubule—leading to increased potassium exchange—hypokalemia may still occur.
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