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I feel so dizzy today after spending all yesterday outside in 90 degree heat. i had lots of water yesterday so i don't undated why i feel this way. ?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Electrolyte loss?: When you sweat a lot , you lose electrolytes (sodium, potassium etc) as well. Thus just drinking a lot of water alone is often not enough. A fluid with electrolytes in some sports drink may be helpful. If the problem continues , talk to your doctor

Answered 7/28/2015

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