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Low Chloride Levels (Hypochloremia): Causes, Risks, And More

Chemotherapy

Hypochloremia and other electrolyte imbalances can also be caused by chemotherapy treatment. Chemotherapy can lead to the following side effects:

  • Prolonged diarrhea or vomiting
  • Sweating
  • Feever

These side effects may also lead to loss of fluids. Fluid loss that occurs due to diarrhea and vomiting is also responsible for electrolyte imbalance.