 [ Symptoms ] why is my genital boil bleeding after i put ointment on it should i stop using this particular medication  i have a genital boil i know it is not warts or herpes because i am not sexually active it is painful so i put neosporin +pain relief gel on it and the next time i went into the bathroom i found it was bleeding thought it was not before i put the ointment on it should [ Disease ] having low potassium is not always due to diet but fluid balance that is because potassium along with sodium helps regulate body fluids they are called electrolytes so when fluid changes occur with certain disease states or medications like diuretics it can go too low or high diet cannot always correct changes in potassium so working with your doctor on the appropriate medical management will be key if you are getting worse call your doctor to see if you need to go in earlier it is important to know which foods have potassium and how to balance your intake which this webmd article discusses in detail also eating well moderate exercise and good sleep will only help you feel better hope you feel better soon finding the cause for your low potassium needs to be the first objective here is a list of some possible reasons for low potassium 1  sometimes low potassium is a symptom of some other problem for example having low magnesium l evels can be a contributing cause for low potassium it may be difficult in these cases to stabilize potassium levels until magnesium levels are increased routine serum blood studies do not always uncover low magnesium 2  consuming foods that are insufficient or lacking in nutrients necessary to maintain potassium at an optimal level can be a real challenge yes consuming foods that are rich in required nutrients is a worthy objective but due to hectic life styles and the frequent fast eating of fast foods your diet may come up lacking in potassium 3  some medications can cause low potassium levels be especially careful in taking laxatives and diuretics which can deplete potassium levels 4  electrolyte imbalances as seen with vomiting and diarrhea can also cause potassium levels to plummet 5  some digestive irregularities as seen in conditions like crohns disease gluten sensitivity issues and irritable bowel syndrome can cause fluid loss and ultimately to cause low potassium levels 6  drinking alcoholic beverages to excess drinking large amounts of tea coffee and soda can cause excessive urination and result in potassium depletion here are my recommendations as a lay person who has had family members suffering the negative effects of having low potassium levels    start a food diary listing as best you can with only a few days until your follow up appointment all foods and beverages that are being ingested also annotate any physical or emotional symptoms like excessive sweating feeling anxious muscle cramps lightheadedness thirst and overall body weakness   for the immediate time follow your doctor is plan of action keep that appointment with your doctor to follow  up with the results achieved   show your diary to the doctor along with an updated list of all prescription medications and over the counterdrugs that person has been highly trained in nutrition pharmacology and medical conditions digestive problems absorption defects low magnesium levels and many other problems may be uncovered