What does a high level of potassium mean?

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Why is the consumption of too much potassium dangerous?

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I am 74 years old. I have been a diabetes and thyroid patient for the last 11 years. Usually, I take one tablet for sugar and one for thyroid. Two months ago, I consulted a doctor who gave me two high-strength medicines for sugar and one medicine for nerves. After a few weeks, I experienced vomiting, so I tested my blood with another doctor. The report showed that my sodium and hemoglobin have decreased, and potassium has increased. Please let me know what I should do? Also, my body is shaking a lot.

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