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Dehydration in Children (cont.)

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Symptoms of Dehydration in Children

  • Be concerned if your child has an excessive loss of fluid by vomiting or diarrhea, or if the child refuses to eat or drink.

  • Signs of dehydration

    • Sunken eyes

    • Decreased frequency of urination or dry diapers

    • Sunken soft spot on the front of the head in babies (called the fontanel)

    • No tears when the child cries

    • Dry or sticky mucous membranes (the lining of the mouth or tongue)

    • Lethargy (less than normal activity)

    • Irritability (more crying, fussiness with inconsolability)

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