Which of the following causes metabolic acidoosis?: (A) Mineralocoicoid deficiency, (B) Bater's syndrome, (C) Thiazide diuretic therapy, (D) Recurrent vomiting
Answer is A. Bater's syndrome, thiazide diuretic therapy and recurrent vomiting results in metabolic alkalois. Mineralocoicoid deficiency results in metabolic acidosis. Ref: Harrisons principles of internal medicine, 18th edition, Page: 369.