Question:
What are the signs of dehydration???

I am four wks post and I was just wondering what the signs of dehydration were.    — Alison B. (posted on September 8, 2000)

September 8, 2000
Hi Allison, Some signs of dehydration are dry mucosa (mouth and tongue), dry skin with little elasticity. Pinch your arm and see if the skin seems to tent up and does not go right back into place. Also, you will go for long periods of time without urinating and your urine will be concentrated.Hope this helps!
   — Laura P.

September 8, 2000
You may also feel lightheaded and even pass out. A little broth can help. It's the sodium in it that you need.
   — Denise K.

September 8, 2000
I read somewhere that if you feel thirsty, you've waited too long to drink something.
   — Gina E.

May 7, 2003
repeated gagging severe nausea light headedness/faintness tingling in arms and legs depression extreme dryness in skin/mouth/throat/"other" areas extreme tiredness feet going to sleep cramping no desire to eat or drink at all bottom line: the worst feeling you've ever had in your life = extreme dehydration.. drink.. when your body says it doesnt want it.. drink at all times.. especially the first few weeks post op.. drink even if you hate every swallow.. it will speed up your recovery.. don't think that a cup or two is enough.. you are not eating either.. and there is alot of fluid in food.. you need more liquids than ever.. if you can't drink water.. find something else.. just drink.. and see your doctor if you can't.. immediately.. it will make post surgery so much better.. beleive me..
   — Yowhuzup Y.