Monday, August 20

Health Tip: Warning Signs of Dehydration

(HealthDay News) -- Dehydration occurs when the body doesn't have enough fluids, either because it's lost too many fluids, a person hasn't drunk enough fluids, or both.

The U.S. National Library of Medicine lists these common warning signs of significant dehydration:

Not being able to urinate, or urinating very little.
Urine that is very concentrated and dark yellow in color.
Not being able to produce tears.
Sunken eyes.
In infants, the soft spot on the head is significantly sunken.
Lethargy, dizziness or lightheadedness.

Dehydration should not be ignored, and you should see a doctor immediately if you or your child has any of these symptoms....more

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