WorldAugust 16, 2026

hyponatremia

hy-po-nuh-TREE-mee-uh

Definition

A medical condition characterized by an abnormally low concentration of sodium in the blood.

Etymology

Derived from New Latin, it combines the Greek 'hypo-' (under/below), 'natrium' (the Latin source of the chemical symbol Na for sodium), and '-emia' (referring to a condition of the blood).

In the news

The Supreme Court referenced this condition while noting the various serious ailments suffered by the prisoner Asaram, as detailed in an AIIMS medical report.

Supreme Court Weekly Roundup: August 03, 2026 To August 09, 2026

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