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What is Dehydration?

Dehydration occurs when the body loses more fluid than it takes in, leading to a range of symptoms and health complications.
What is Dehydration?
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DEFINITION – What does Dehydration mean?

Dehydration is an excessive loss of water in the body.

BREAKING DOWN – Dehydration

The body is made up of 60% water. We are constantly losing water through our breathe, sweat, urine, and bowel movements. This is why drinking water is so important – we have to constantly be replenishing it.

Dehydration is frequently caused by diarrhea, excess sweating, or vomiting. These causes are often due to the body’s inability to regulate temperature or illness. When you are dehydrated, you may have a dry mouth, feel fatigued, or feel dizzy. Your urine may also appear darker than normal. Severe dehydration can lead to low blood pressure, loss of consciousness, an increased heart rate, fever, and even, death.

On average, most adults should drink 2 litres of water per day to avoid dehydration. This may increase on hotter and humid days.

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Frequently Asked Question

Dehydration is a condition that occurs when your body loses more fluid than it takes in, leading to a lack of water and other fluids in the body.

 

The symptoms of dehydration can include thirst, dry mouth, fatigue, dizziness, headaches, and dark-colored urine. In severe cases, it can also cause confusion, rapid heartbeat, and fainting.

Dehydration can be caused by a variety of factors, including not drinking enough water, excessive sweating, diarrhea, vomiting, and certain medical conditions such as diabetes or kidney disease.

To prevent dehydration, it’s important to drink plenty of fluids, especially water, and to avoid activities that can cause excessive sweating. If you do become dehydrated, it’s important to drink plenty of fluids and, in severe cases, seek medical attention to receive fluids intravenously.