Mild dehydration can look different in different people and in different age groups. In infants and toddlers, we look for dryness of the mouth, a decrease in the amount of wet diapers, a sunken soft spot, or a lack of tear production with crying. In adults, we look for a low blood pressure, fast heart rate, as well as many of the above signs. You may notice you feel tired or sluggish or that your heart is pounding as well.
Mild dehydration can look different in different people and in
different age groups. In infants and toddlers, we look for dryness
of the mouth, a decrease in the amount of wet diapers, a sunken
soft spot, or a lack of tear production with...
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Mild dehydration can look different in different people and in different age groups. In infants and toddlers, we look for dryness of the mouth, a decrease in the amount of wet diapers, a sunken soft spot, or a lack of tear production with crying. In adults, we look for a low blood pressure, fast heart rate, as well as many of the above signs. You may notice you feel tired or sluggish or that your heart is pounding as well.Mild dehydration can look different in different people and in different age groups. In infants and toddlers, we look for dryness of the mouth, a decrease in the amount of wet diapers, a sunken soft spot, or a lack of tear production with... More