Dehydration Might Explain Your ER Visit

If you’ve had a recent emergency room visit, it may have either been brought on or made worse by dehydration. Many people don’t realize how dangerous dehydration can be. A single experience with dehydration that goes on too long can lead to symptoms that are as dangerous as seizures or even a coma. For those who are at risk, such as children and the elderly, dehydration can be even more dangerous.

How Can Dehydration Cause an ER Visit?

Whether you’re already sick or generally healthy, the symptoms of dehydration can be severe enough that you end up going to the ER. The symptoms of dehydration include overheating, feeling faint, exhaustion, headaches, dizziness, and even seizure. If dehydration is allowed to become severe, you may pass out.

Who is Most at Risk of Dehydration? 

Infants and small children. Not only can infants and small children lose water faster, but they also cannot articulate when they are dehydrated. It can be easy to lose track of how much liquid a baby or a toddler has consumed, and even children eight or younger may not be able to know that they are thirsty rather than just ill.

Elderly individuals. Elderly family members may not realize they are thirsty either, as they may not experience thirst or hunger, or they may have medications that constantly produce a feeling of being thirsty. It’s important to track the water intake of elderly family members.

People who are ill. Even healthy adults can become dehydrated when they’re ill. If you have a flu or even just a cold, you may be sweating more than normal or you may not be paying attention to how much you drink. Have someone track a water chart for you.

Dehydration is more dangerous than many people think. That’s why it’s important to make sure you always drink enough.

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