Dehydration in infants can be extremely dangerous. They experience more than four times the amount of normal fluid loss than adults experience when dehydrated.
Causes of infant dehydration:
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
Symptoms of infant dehydration:
• Low-grade fever
• Dry mouth
• Lack of tears
• Listlessness
• Fussiness
Symptoms of severe infant dehydration:
• Few or no wet diapers
• Fast heart rate
• Sunken eyes
• A sunken, soft spot developing on the head
Ways to help prevent infant dehydration:
• Make sure infant is drinking enough fluids
• Breast feed
• In serious cases, physicians have prescribed electrolyte mixes that provide sodium as well as necessary vitamins and minerals. Consult your doctor if you have questions regarding your infant and dehydration.
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