2. Acne
Acne is a skin condition that can affect people of all ages. Many teenagers experience acne breakouts as their bodies go through puberty and their hormones start to change. Acne isn’t just for teenagers and it can be a sign of a potassium deficiency. Potassium prevents certain hormones from getting out of control and when there is no potassium to control these hormones, they can lead to acne breakouts. Acne can occur on the face, or other parts of the body.
Many people have acne on their arms, back, neck, head or even buttocks. There are dermatological treatments that can help control acne breakouts. These treatments are only effective if the underlying cause of the acne, the potassium deficiency, has been corrected. Acne on its own is not considered a symptom of low potassium, but people who suffer from acne may have their potassium levels tested to determine if they are low and could be the cause of the acne.