respiratory alkalosis

Respiratory alkalosis is a condition that occurs when your body has too little carbon dioxide in the blood, usually due to excessive breathing or hyperventilation. This can happen from anxiety, pain, or high altitudes. When you breathe rapidly, you exhale more carbon dioxide than normal, raising your blood pH and making it more alkaline. Symptoms may include lightheadedness, tingling in the fingers, and shortness of breath. Treatment focuses on addressing the underlying cause and may involve breathing techniques to help regain normal carbon dioxide levels.