Wendy L. Woolley and John H. Burton, Department of Emergency Medicine, Albany Medical College, 43 New Scotland Avenue, MC 139 Albany, NY 12208, USA. E-Mail: Wendy L. Woolley - woollew@mail.amc.edu; ...

Dehydration is a common complication of diarrhea. Short bouts of diarrhea rarely cause concerns. But long lasting or severe diarrhea can lead to serious complications, especially for children and ...

The object of study was to present children with severe dehydration caused by acute diarrhoea, due to the acute diarrhoea treated in Intensive Care Unit of the Paediatric Clinic. The examinees were ...

As the temperatures rise one potential danger children and adults alike contend with is dehydration. Today has been designated as National Hydration Day to bring awareness to this common, yet serious, ...

When breastfeeding is not properly established, the baby may become dehydrated and levels of sodium in its blood can become excessive, according to a study published this week. The condition is ...

Dehydration affects nearly every system in the body, and the lungs are no exception. Not taking in enough fluids can impact your ability to breathe deeply and cause significant respiratory distress if ...

Symptoms of dehydration vary depending on the severity, but can range from headaches to heatstroke. Causes of dehydration include exercising, being in the heat, and vomiting or diarrhea. To treat and ...