WHAT ARE SOME SIGNS OF DEHYDRATION?
Some of the symptoms of even mild dehydration are: · Dizziness · Lightheadedness · Lethargy · Agitation · Fatigue · Dry or sticky mouth · Low or no urine output; concentrated urine appears dark yellow · Not producing tears · Sunken eyes · Headache · Dry mouth · Muscle weakness · Irritability · Restlessness · Confusion · Mild to excessive thirst While dehydration can interfere with the proper operation of the body, severe dehydration may result in seizures, permanent brain damage, or even death. COMMON TESTS FOR DEHYDRATION Skin Turgor (rigidity) A late sign of dehydration is when the skin (on the back of the hand for an adult or on the abdomen for a child) is pulled up for a few seconds and does not return to its original state immediately. In many cases, a person is often seriously dehydrated before this skin test shows dehydration. Urine Color One of the indicators used by medical professionals to determine hydration is the color of a person’s urine. The color of the urine in compare
