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Dehydration is a condition that results when the body loses more water than it takes in. This imbalance disrupts the usual levels of salts and sugars present in the blood, which can interfere with the way the body functions.
Two-thirds of the human body is composed of water, which aids in numerous functions such as lubrication of the joints and eyes, digestion, and the flushing out of wastes and toxins. As the water content in the blood begins to decline, the resulting imbalance in the levels of minerals, salts and sugars can cause several harmful effects.
Symptoms and signs of dehydration
Intense thirst
Feeling dizzy or light-headed
Having concentrated urine that is dark in color and strong in smell
A reduction in the frequency of urination
In babies, signs include the soft spot on the top of the skull (fontanelle) being sunken; few or no tears shed on crying, fewer wet nappies, and drowsiness.
Causes of dehydration
Dehydration is usually caused by an inadequate intake of fluids to replace those that have been lost. Other contributing factors include climate, physical activity and diet. Dehydration is also caused by illnesses that may lead to fluid loss such as persistent diarrhea and vomiting.
Two-thirds of the human body is composed of water, which aids in numerous functions such as lubrication of the joints and eyes, digestion, and the flushing out of wastes and toxins. As the water content in the blood begins to decline, the resulting imbalance in the levels of minerals, salts and sugars can cause several harmful effects.
Symptoms and signs of dehydration
Intense thirst
Feeling dizzy or light-headed
Having concentrated urine that is dark in color and strong in smell
A reduction in the frequency of urination
In babies, signs include the soft spot on the top of the skull (fontanelle) being sunken; few or no tears shed on crying, fewer wet nappies, and drowsiness.
Causes of dehydration
Dehydration is usually caused by an inadequate intake of fluids to replace those that have been lost. Other contributing factors include climate, physical activity and diet. Dehydration is also caused by illnesses that may lead to fluid loss such as persistent diarrhea and vomiting.
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