These should only be used in
cases of mild dehydration as moderate dehydration will often require resuscitation with intravenous fluids.
Not exact matches
In
case of mild vomiting (1 - 2 times per day) chances
of dehydration happening are slim.
Most
cases of diarrhea are
mild and not really anything to worry about but moderate or severe diarrhea can cause
dehydration, which can become a serious problem.
Mild cases of dehydration can be treated with oral rehydration in the form
of a carefully blended electrolyte and sugar solution («Oral Rehydration Therapy» or «ORT») or with frequent breast milk or formula feeding.
Subcutaneous fluid administration is used for many disease conditions, including
cases of mild vomiting and diarrhea or
mild dehydration, or to support kidney function in animals with chronic kidney disease.
By far the simplest mode
of fluid therapy, providing water per os can correct some conditions, including
mild salt toxicity and
mild cases of dehydration.
Sometimes even
mild cases can become more serious because
of dehydration.
For
mild cases of canine pancreatitis, all that may be needed is to withhold food and water for 24 to 48 hours (no longer), along with administering IV fluids to prevent
dehydration and drugs to stop vomiting and control pain.