My young son has been having vomiting and diarrhea since morning. He seems a bit low on energy now. I'm worried if these symptoms automatically mean he's getting dehydrated and if I should be doing anything specific.
5 months ago
They actually cause dehydration because you lose fluids fast. Keep sipping ORS or coconut water.
5 months ago
Yes, absolutely. If you feel very dizzy or have dark urine alongside this, please see a doctor immediately.
5 months ago
I literally got discharged from the clinic day before yesterday because of food poisoning. I was throwing up and running to the washroom constantly, and within hours my mouth went completely dry. Please start drinking electrobion or ORS immediately.
5 months ago
Yes, they cause rapid fluid loss. If you are working through this, stop and take a leave. If you can't keep any liquids down for more than 4-5 hours, don't wait, visit the nearest emergency room for IV fluids.
5 months ago
They definitely lead to dehydration, which can mess up your body's electrolyte balance. I experienced this last year and it took me days to recover my strength, so please be very careful and rest well.
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