Dehydration
Emergencies
Yes Do you have any of the following symptoms that require emergency treatment? Call 911 or other emergency services immediately.
- Shock is present:
- Severe dehydration is present:
Check Your Symptoms
If you answer yes to any of the following questions, click on the "Yes" in front of the question for information about how soon to see a health professional.
Review health risks that may increase the seriousness of your symptoms.
Yes Does your child have mild to moderate dehydration?
Yes Do you have mild to moderate dehydration?
Yes Do you think that a medicine may be causing your dehydration?
Other Symptoms to Watch For
Do you have any of the following symptoms?
- Vomiting: Go to the topic Nausea and Vomiting, Age 4 and Older or Vomiting, Age 3 and Younger.
- Diarrhea: Go to the topic Diarrhea, Age 12 and Older or Diarrhea, Age 11 and Younger.
- Fever: Go to the topic Fever, Age 4 and Older or Fever, Age 3 and Younger.
- Urinary problems: Go to the topic Urinary Problems, Age 11 and Younger or Urinary Problems, Age 12 and Older.
- Sunburn: Go to the topic Sunburn.
- Muscle cramps or other heat-related illnesses: Go to the topic Heat-Related Illnesses.
If a visit to a health professional is not needed immediately, see the Home Treatment section for self-care information.
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| Author: | Jan Nissl, RN, BS | Last Updated: July 6, 2007 |
| Medical Review: | William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine H. Michael O'Connor, MD - Emergency Medicine | |
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| Topic Contents | |
| Topic Overview | |
 | Emergencies |
| Check Your Symptoms | |
| Home Treatment | |
| Prevention | |
| Preparing For Your Appointment | |
| Related Information | |
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