Dehydration

Dehydration

More than 60% of your body is made up of water, a much-needed transparent substance that keeps your organs moist and protected. Certain health and environmental conditions take water and other fluids away from your body, causing dehydration. If you've been experiencing dehydration symptoms, MedForce Mobile is ready to treat you and restore your health.

what is dehydration?

Dehydration results from a water deficit, meaning you don't ingest enough liquids to replace the fluids you lose through sweating, urine, and other processes. You're prone to dehydration if you don't drink any beverages during a hot day or when you exercise, and when you suffer from diseases that cause vomiting or diarrhea. You can have dehydration at any age, and children and the elderly are especially at risk.

symptoms of Dehydration

You might be mildly dehydrated if you experience one or more of the following symptoms:

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  Dark yellow urine

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  Dry mouth

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  Thirst

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  Tiredness and dizzness

However, dehydration cases can be more severe when the abovementioned symptoms are followed by conditions like:

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  Confusion

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  Fainting

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  Heavy breathing

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  Increased heart rate

when should i get treatment for dehydration?

You can treat any case of mild dehydration at home by slowly drinking water and eating sugary or salty meals, such as fruit juice, vegetable smoothies, or cold soups. However, if you experience any symptoms of a severe dehydration episode, you must visit a healthcare professional as soon as possible. If dehydration is left untreated, it can lead to heart and kidney damage and, in extreme cases, be fatal.