Posts tagged 'Dehydration causes'

It is a known fact that humans cannot survive for more than a few days without sufficient water consumption (see link here). Dehydration is the loss of water and salts that the body requires to function normally. According to the Medical Dictionary, mild dehydration is losing 5% or less of body fluid. Losing 5-10% is considered moderate dehydration. Severe dehydration is losing 10-15% of body fluids and is a serious, potentially fatal condition that requires immediate medical attention. A lack of fluid in the body can cause blood clots, seizures, and other complications. In this post we will outline 6 surprising causes of dehydration. Symptoms of mild dehydration include thirst, headaches, weakness, dizziness and fatigue, and a general feeling of being tired and lethargic. Symptoms of moderate dehydration may include dry mouth, little or no urine, sluggishness, a rapid heartbeat and lack of skin elasticity (Shirreffs, 2003). While there are scenarios that are more likely to dehydrate us, such as hot temperatures, exercising and not drinking enough in general, we may not be as familiar with other triggers. We've fleshed out some less common causes of dehydration that you should be aware of.