Question 1

going on camp in central australia in september, i'm scared of heat stroke, i always feel dizzy in the hot weather and i'm always dehydrated?

Accepted Answer

More water: You need to make an active effort to increase your water intake.  Dehydration is preventable.    A good tip is keeping a large water bottle with you at all times and making sure that you finish it every day, even multiple times.  When you feel symptoms, check to make sure you are on target for water drinking, and rest until symptoms improve.

Question 2

what can cause dehydration?

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Two main issues: Hydration is your state of water balance. The human body is made up of so many fluid/water based systems that poor hydration can cause the system to fail.Dehydration is caused by 2 main issues:doesn't come in or goes out too fast. If you have no fluid intake, over time your body pees, perspires or breathes  off fluid.If you vomit, pee or poo away your fluids you get dry.Either produces dehydration.

Question 3

can sjogrens cause dehydration?

Accepted Answer

Not likely: Most probable explanation is dry mouth secondary to decreased saliva. This can make the person desperate for water, however it is not typically associated with true dehydration.

Question 4

does dialysis cause dehydration?

Accepted Answer

It can: Dialysis serves two functions.  One is to remove some of the toxins in the blood that are no longer able to be removed by the kidneys due to kidney failure.  The other is to remove fluid that has accumulated due to the diseased kidneys. If the dialysis prescription is incorrect in relation to the patient's "optimal" or dry weight, too much fluid can be removed and the person can become dehydrated.

Question 5

can dehydration cause thrombocytosis?

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Not really: It even raises the hemoglobin and hematocrit only a few percent. The most common cause of thrombocytosis is iron deficiency; no one knows why. Very high counts should prompt a workup. Best wishes.

Question 6

can dehydration cause menstrual like pain?

Accepted Answer

Yes: You can get crampy type pains from dehydration and also low potassium and low magnesium. Good fluid intake will cause this to resolve.

Question 7

can dehydration cause you to feel nauseous?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It can. Dehydration can cause fatigue, headaches, stomach aches nausea, weakness, if getting hydrated resolves it then that is the answer. If not, consult with your doc if it is ongoing and a problem for you.

Question 8

can dehydration cause the clitoris to itch?

Accepted Answer

No : Schedule a visit and investigate other causes such a herpes, yeast, other infections, skin disorders and contact dermatitis.

Question 9

help please! could dehydration cause chills?

Accepted Answer

Chills: Dehydration should not cause chills, however if you are having an infection this could cause you to have chills and feel dehydrated. You should seek medical attention.

Question 10

can dehydration cause your face to look thin?

Accepted Answer

Possible: If you were severely dehydrated it might change the appearance of your face.

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