Everyone gets dehydrated from time to time, but chronic dehydration is much more serious. Treating it often requires more than just drinking water — but once you get medical help, the outlook is ...

Chronic dehydration is when a person does not get enough fluids over a long period of time. It can be mild or severe. Certain groups, such as older adults, may be more at risk. Dehydration occurs ...

Chronic dehydration may also impair the body's ability to heal wounds and recover from illness, prolonging recovery times. 11 / 11. How much water should an adult consume?

Up to 75% of Americans suffer from chronic dehydration, according to multiple studies — and this becomes even more dangerous as summer temperatures heat up. To help you stay hydrated in the heat ...

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Hydration is crucial to our health. In fact, studies show chronic dehydration can lead to a shorter life expectancy, but Internist Dr. Mahmud Kara says 50 percent of ...

Challenges of Linking Chronic Dehydration and Fluid Consumption to Health Outcomes. Nutrition Reviews. November 2012. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance. MedlinePlus. June 20, 2016. Dehydration and ...

Chronic dehydration poses significant risks to kidney health, but proactive hydration measures such as drinking eight glasses of water daily can help maintain kidney function and overall well-being.

Dehydration takes place when your body loses more fluid than you drink. ... People at risk include athletes, those who work in the heat, older adults, and those with chronic conditions.