Question 1

is there such a thing as drinking too much water?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It is possible to overhydrate yourself with too much water. I saw this in a patient who had severe anxiety and was compulsively and constantly drinking water. It causes the concentration of sodium in the blood to drop, a condition called hyponatremia, which can affect brain function. Athletes are more susceptible. This is the basic answer. You can google "hyponatremia" for more info.

Question 2

could i be drinking too much water if i am retaining water?

Accepted Answer

Salt a bigger issue: If you have normal kidney function, your kidneys can discard excessive fluids you might drink.  The bigger issue for water retention is salt intake which makes you retain additional water through hormonal actions and lead to retention.

Question 3

is drinking too much water bad for you?

Accepted Answer

It can be: There is a great deal of controversy on how much water people generally need, but it depends on the climate  and how much physical activity you engage in.  Generally, people really do not need much free water, because 60% of our food is composed of water&amp;our diet provides enough for most people. If kidneys are normal, excessive water is urinated out. However, water intoxication is serious for some

Question 4

can drinking too much water dilute my medicine?

Accepted Answer

You CAN drink ...: too much water, but it is difficult to do. Normally functioning kidneys will simply remove excess water from the blood.  Extremes are cited, like drinking more than two gallons in less than an hour, but, in general, very generous water drinkers don't need to worry about diluting their medicine.  Drinking up to 5+ liters/170 oz. of water a day shouldn't be a problem; most of us struggle to get 2 in

Question 5

can you really die from drinking too much water?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Drinking excessive amount of water over a short time can cause serious problem. It can lead to water intoxication, low sodium level, mental status changes, convulsions and even death. The elderly are more prone to this risk. Several medications also make one more prone to water intoxication.

Question 6

why do some people die from drinking too much water?

Accepted Answer

Too much of Anything: Even too much oxygen causes problems.  Hyponatraemia, or low sodium is the problem that kills ya.  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/water_intoxication.

Question 7

is drinking too much water a bad thing? please advise!

Accepted Answer

Yes: drinking too much water can be serious. can't judge your risk based on info provided but if you are feeling compelled to drink water and thirst never dulls, then see your doc or go to the emergency room.

Question 8

is there a way to know if i am drinking too much water?

Accepted Answer

See below: Half gallon fluid a day on average.  If a lot more, see your doc.

Question 9

is drinking too much water have a ill effect on our body?

Accepted Answer

It is possible: That you can upset your electrolyte balance if you drink too much water... You can become hyponatremic ( low in salt).. 

Usually results from excess water and underlying health problems.. 
Use common sense.

Question 10

is there such a thing as drinking too much water during the day?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Overhydration can dilute down your sodium levels (and other electrolytes) leading to cognitive impairment and even siezures.

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