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    GlossaryLactic Acidosis

    buildup of lactic acid causing low blood pH

    Lactic acidosis is a medical condition characterized by the buildup of lactic acid in the body, leading to an excessively low pH in the bloodstream. This can occur due to intense exercise, certain diseases like diabetes, or conditions that reduce oxygen flow to tissues, causing symptoms such as rapid breathing, nausea, and weakness.

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