5 Health Concerns Associated with Chronic Dehydration

5 Health Concerns Associated with Chronic Dehydration

Your health depends on hydration more than you might realize. Your body needs a regular, sufficient supply of fluids to function. If you regularly don’t drink enough water, you become chronically dehydrated. This can cause serious problems for your health, wellness, and physical and mental performance.

At Iconic Infusions, PLLC, Dr. Bryant S. Edwards provides intravenous (IV) hydration to help rehydrate you to healthy levels. Dr. Edwards offers IV hydration treatment at his location in Fayetteville, North Carolina. If you’re dealing with chronic dehydration, hangover recovery, or chronic low energy, or if you push your body for intense performance as an athlete, you may benefit from IV hydration support.

Health concerns and conditions related to chronic dehydration

You have a higher risk of these five health problems if you’re often dehydrated or if your dehydration lasts for too long. 

Fatigue

It’s easy to forget that good hydration supports your energy levels. Chronic dehydration often results in fatigue, sapping your energy and leaving you feeling listless. If you’re regularly tired or low-energy, you may need hydration support.

Loss of mental focus

Your brain depends on hydration for its functions. When you’re dehydrated, you lose access to your sharpest mental focus. In fact, dehydration can be diagnosed from symptoms of confusion. You need to stay well-hydrated to think your best.

Headaches and muscle cramps

Do you suffer from frequent headaches? Chronic dehydration could be to blame for headaches or muscle pains. Muscle cramps are a common problem for athletes who aren’t sufficiently well-hydrated on a regular basis. It’s worth paying attention to hydration to prevent these types of irritating and disruptive body pain.

Kidney and urinary problems

Dehydration results in less urine production. Over time, chronic dehydration can cause serious complications for your kidney health and urinary system. You could suffer from painful kidney stones and even risk kidney failure. Urinary tract infections can also occur from a lack of sufficient fluid intake.

Seizures

Electrolytes convey electrical signals between cells within your body. Dehydration may cause an imbalance in electrolytes. Misfiring electrical signals can then cause seizures, with symptoms including involuntary muscle motions and unconsciousness. This type of stress puts a serious strain on your body.

Be aware of the health risks of dehydration, and you can take steps to protect yourself.

Rehydrating with IV hydration therapy

Dr. Bryant and the Iconic Infusions, PLLC team specialize in IV hydration treatment. This method of rehydrating your body doesn’t involve your digestive system and ensures that you receive maximum benefit as soon as possible.

If you’re concerned about chronic dehydration and related complications, consult with Dr. Bryant to learn if you could be a good candidate for IV hydration therapy. He reviews your symptoms and medical history and recommends a custom treatment plan to improve your wellness. Your IV therapy may include mineral or vitamin supplements and hydrating fluid. If needed, Dr. Bryant treats you with a personalized electrolyte solution.

For fast and effective hydration support, contact Iconic Infusions, PLLC today. Schedule your appointment online, or call now to book.

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