Adult dehydration and children dehydration
Dehydration in older adults
They are more chance of becoming dehydrated, some of causes are mention below:
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At younger age people don't feel like thirsty and they don't drink too much water.
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Inability to control their bladder thats why they don't drink to much water.
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Kidney don't work well
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At younger age people have some disease and physical problem, which makes them
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Hard to drink or hold a glass.
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Painful to get up from a chair.
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Painful or exhausting to go to the bathroom.
Dehydration in babies and small children
Greater portion of baby body is made of water and have high metabolic rate, so thats why their body needs more water. The kidney of children do not conserve water easily. A child's natural defense system that helps fight infection is not fully developed, which increases the chance of getting an illness that causes vomiting and diarrhea.
Children often will not drink or eat when they are not feeling well.
They depend on their caregivers to provide them with food and fluids.
Symptoms
Watch babies, small children, and older adults closely for the early symptoms of dehydration any time they have illnesses that cause high fever, vomiting, or diarrhea. The early symptoms of dehydration are:
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A dry mouth and sticky saliva.
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Reduced urine output with dark yellow urine.
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Acting listless or easily irritated.
Safely hydrated
It's generally not a good idea to use thirst alone as a guide for when to drink. By the time one becomes thirsty, it is possible to already be slightly dehydrated. Further, be aware that as you get older your body is less able to sense dehydration and send your brain signals of thirst. Excessive thirst and increased urination can be signs of a more serious medical condition. Consult your doctor.
Tips to Keep you away from dehydration:
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Drink a glass of water with each meal and between each meal.
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Hydrate before, during and after exercise.
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Substitute sparkling water for alcoholic drinks at social gatherings.
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