Dehydration
A lack of sufficient body fluid, causing thirst, dry mouth, dark urine, and fatigue.
What is Dehydration?
Dehydration is a symptom that people may experience for many reasons. It can be related to infections, chronic conditions, injuries, medication effects, or other health changes. The presence of this symptom alone does not diagnose any condition.
If you have Dehydration that is severe, persistent, or accompanied by other warning signs, contact a qualified healthcare provider.
Possible conditions associated with Dehydration
The following conditions have been associated with Dehydration. Only a health professional can determine the underlying cause.
Diabetes Insipidus
A rare condition in which the body cannot balance fluid properly, causing extreme thirst and large volumes of dilute uri...
Diarrhea
Loose, watery stools occurring more than three times a day, which can be acute or chronic.
Food Poisoning
Illness caused by consuming contaminated food or water, causing nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal cramps.
cyclic vomiting syndrome
A rare functional disorder characterized by recurrent, stereotypical episodes of severe nausea and vomiting separated by...
Related symptoms
When to seek medical care
Seek urgent care if Dehydration is severe, sudden, or occurs with chest pain, difficulty breathing, confusion, severe weakness, or other serious symptoms.