Question 1

my sister in law's baby died in utero around 16w. no amniotic fluid but she didn't have leaking. they said fetus was dehydrated. how so? kidney issue?

Accepted Answer

Could be: Amniotic fluid includes urine made by the fetus during pregnancy.Those that have poorly formed or no kidneys or a severe blockage to their urine outflow, will not create enough amniotic fluid. The fetus remains so tightly shrinked wrapped, that they also can have poor lung growth (no room).These can survive pregnancy but die soon after birth. A loss early in pregnancy may indicate another issue.

Question 2

what would cause 90% dehydration?

Accepted Answer

Wouldn't happen: No living thing would have this degree of dehydration. Most will begin to have significant system failure when the dehydration percentage begins to exceed 10-15%. 90% dehydration is how you describe beef jerky.

Question 3

how is dehydration treated at home?

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See below: If the patient is not vomiting, and if able to tolerate oral liquids, any solution like soup, or electrolyte containing liquids can be given.

Question 4

what factors increase  dehydration?

Accepted Answer

Lack of water: The risk of dehydration goes up with exposure to hot and dry conditions which enhance perspiration to keep the body cool. This leads to water loss. Exercise does the same thing. Any set of circumstances with sweat increases the risk of dehydration. The general rule is that if you feel thirsty you are already dehydrated! so supply your children with free access to water.

Question 5

i think i have chronic dehydration ?

Accepted Answer

Using this site: To get the most from this site you need to present detailed information on your issue followed by a clear related question. Why do you think this?(signs, symptoms, physical changes, etc.) What have you done about it ? Following a statement with a question mark does not provide enough information to work with. You are welcome to start over. Posts are not linked so each must have all needed data.

Question 6

what's the sign of  the dehydration?

Accepted Answer

Dry: Dry eyes, dry mouth, thirst,  no urine, low blood pressure, mental changes as it progresses, syncope, death!

Question 7

what are the symptoms of dehydration?

Accepted Answer

Dry mouth: Dry mouth is the first sign of dehydation.  Dry eyes and tenting waxy skin follow.  Then, no urine output.  Not being able to sweat is bad.  The body gets dry before it gets thirsty.  Try to stay hydrated before getting thirsty.

Question 8

is it possible to die by dehydration?

Accepted Answer

Dehydration death: Yes, it is possible to die of dehydration. That is what happens to people who are denied water, or fluids, for an extended period of time.

Question 9

what are the first symptoms of dehydration?

Accepted Answer

Thirst: The symptom (a patient reported feeling) that most people notice is thirst, other common symptoms are weakness, and dizzyness, especially after standing. Signs (a measured finding) of dehydration are tachycardia, low blood pressure and a drop in blood pressure upon standing. There are many physical exam and lab findings that accompany these.

Question 10

what are the complications of  dehydration?

Accepted Answer

Lower blood pressure: Dehydration lowers blood pressure which can give symptoms of weakness, dizziness and passing out.You may feel thirsty and disoriented.
Initially, kidney respond by lowering urine output but it can lead to kidney failure if not corrected.

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