Staying hydrated is essential but drinking too much water can lead to water intoxication or hyponatremia.
Staying hydrated is essential but drinking too much water can lead to
water intoxication
or
hyponatremia
.
When you drink excess water, your kidneys struggle to keep up with the influx.
When you drink excess water, your kidneys struggle to keep up with the influx.
This dilutes the sodium concentration in your blood, leading to hyponatremia.
This dilutes the sodium concentration in your blood, leading to hyponatremia.
Early symptoms of hyponatremia might include mild nausea, headache, and fatigue
Early symptoms of hyponatremia might include mild nausea, headache, and fatigue
In severe cases, seizures, coma, and even death can occur if left untreated.
In severe cases, seizures, coma, and even death can occur if left untreated.
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