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What Are The Symptoms Of Dehydration?

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Posted on Mon, 17 Apr 2017
Question: Signs of Dehydration and what to do about it. YYYY@YYYY
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Answered by Dr. salah saad shoman (49 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Oral rehydration solution should be taken on frequent interval

Detailed Answer:
Dear Ms, signs of dehydration include:

1) increased thirst, dry mouth or swollen tongue
2) dizziness
3) confusion
4) weakness
5) fainting
6) palpitation
7) decreased sweating and urine output

Should be treated with sipping small amounts of water continuously. Also, oral rehydration solution or solutions that contain electrolytes as sports water may help.

I hope I answered your question. Feel free to ask further.
Regards



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What Are The Symptoms Of Dehydration?

Brief Answer: Oral rehydration solution should be taken on frequent interval Detailed Answer: Dear Ms, signs of dehydration include: 1) increased thirst, dry mouth or swollen tongue 2) dizziness 3) confusion 4) weakness 5) fainting 6) palpitation 7) decreased sweating and urine output Should be treated with sipping small amounts of water continuously. Also, oral rehydration solution or solutions that contain electrolytes as sports water may help. I hope I answered your question. Feel free to ask further. Regards