10 Sun Poisoning Symptoms
Symptom #6: Dehydration
Dehydration refers to a deficit of total body water resulting in the disruption of metabolic processes. While most individuals are fine with 3 to 4 percent of decrease in total body water, a further 5 to 8 percent decrease can cause issues such as dizziness and fatigue. In a study done in 2013 titled “The Hydration Equation: Update on Water Balance and Cognitive Performance” written by Riebl et al, it was found that even a 1-2% loss of total body water can cause cognitive changes and fatigue.
Further dehydration can lead to both physical and mental deterioration and death. The main characteristics of dehydration include thirst, headaches, discomfort, appetite loss, decreased urine output, seizures, confusion, and more. Dehydration occurs when there is more loss of total body water compared to input.
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