Infants and young children · Care & health basics · 4 MIN LESSON

Notice signs of dehydration.

Pay attention to fewer wet nappies and changes in alertness.

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Dehydration in babies and young children: signs to notice

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Fewer wet nappies, a dry mouth, few tears, or sunken eyes can indicate dehydration. Get urgent medical advice when these signs appear.

Difficulty breathing or being difficult to wake needs emergency help. Do not make formula weaker as a response to dehydration.

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