Native To: Eurasia (Carman and Brotherson 1982) Date of U.S. Introduction: Early 1800s (Carman and Brotherson 1982) Means of Introduction: Ornamental (Carman and Brotherson 1982) Impact: Absorbs large amounts of water and creates large deposits of salt (North Dakota.
1 Vomiting results in the loss of hydrochloric acid (hydrogen and chloride ions) with the stomach contents. 2  In the hospital setting this can commonly occur from nasogastric suction tubes. 3  Severe vomiting also causes loss of potassium (hypokalaemia) and sodium (hyponatremia).
There are usually no signs of hypokalemia. Some people suffer from weakness, fatigue, constipation, and muscle cramping. In more severe cases, heart arrhythmias, or abnormal rhythms may occur. This is most common in people with heart problems.