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What Is Dehydration?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

Dehydration is simply the extreme loss of body water; it\u2019s a significant loss of body fluids that can disrupt normal bodily functions. Dehydration occurs when your body doesn\u2019t have enough water, and as a result, it doesn\u2019t function properly.<\/p>\n

Dehydration occurs when you lose fluid, and you don\u2019t replace the lost fluids. When the normal water content in your body is way lower than the normal, it upsets the balance of minerals in your body and would affect the way it functions.<\/p>\n

The human body contains about 75% percent of water, and without this water, it cannot survive. Although water is continuously lost through sweat, urine, and even by breathing, we can replenish the lost fluids by drinking enough fluid.<\/p>\n

Some signs of dehydration include:<\/p>\n

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  • A dry mouth<\/li>\n
  • Feeling very thirsty and maybe lightheaded<\/li>\n
  • Having a strong smelling and dark-colored urine<\/li>\n
  • Passing urine less frequently than the normal<\/li>\n
  • Excessive sweating<\/li>\n
  • Less tear production<\/li>\n
  • Fatigue<\/li>\n
  • Constipation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Main Causes of Dehydration<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

    Dehydration is mainly caused by not taking enough water or losing too much water, and sometimes, a combination of both.<\/p>\n

    Sometimes, it\u2019s beyond us to consume enough fluid, probably because we lack the facilities or are in a place where potable water isn\u2019t available.<\/p>\n

    Additional causes of dehydration include:<\/p>\n

    Vomiting<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

    This can lead to dehydration faster than you may think, and it also makes it difficult to replenish the water by drinking it. Because drinking water might only fuel up the sensation to throw up again, continuing the cycle again and again.<\/p>\n

    \"sweatySweating<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

    Hot and humid atmospheres can force the body\u2019s cooling mechanism to release a large amount of water. Similarly, engaging in vigorous activities such as weight lifting or exercises can cause a drastic increase in the loss of fluid from sweating.<\/p>\n

    Also, fever can lead to excess sweating, most especially if it\u2019s accompanied by diarrhea and vomiting, it can cause dehydration.<\/p>\n

    Fever<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

    If you have a fever, your body will try to regulate temperature by losing fluid through your skin\u2019s surface. Fever can cause you to sweat a lot, and if you don\u2019t drink enough water, you can quickly get dehydrated.<\/p>\n

    Diarrhea<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

    This is the most common cause of dehydration and can sometimes lead to death. The large intestine is responsible for absorbing water from food matter, but when you have diarrhea, this process becomes impossible.<\/p>\n

    The body then excretes too much water without taking in any fluid, and this leads to dehydration.<\/p>\n

    Diabetes<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

    High blood sugar levels can lead to frequent urination, and this can cause dehydration.<\/p>\n

    Burns<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

    Severe burns can damage the blood vessels, and if not treated fast and properly, can lead to the leaking of fluids into the surrounding tissues.<\/p>\n

    Frequent Urination<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n

    Most times, it\u2019s caused by diabetes, but in some instances, excess drinking of alcohol, the use of medication like diuretics and blood pressure medications can cause urination, and this can cause significant fluid loss.<\/p>\n

    Dehydration can happen to almost everyone, but some certain groups of people are more susceptible to:<\/p>\n