These toxins add to the complications of a puppy that is
dehydrated from vomiting, diarrhea and not eating, is hypoglycemic from not eating, and has electrolyte imbalances from vomiting and not eating.
Bananas contain potassium, which you may need if you're
dehydrated from vomiting or diarrhea, says Robynne Chutkan, MD, assistant professor in the division of gastroenterology at Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, DC.
Not exact matches
The potassium and sodium content found in coconut water make it a smart choice when you become
dehydrated, whether
from physical activity or sickness when you are experiencing diarrhea or
vomiting.
If your child's
vomiting is
from a simple viral infection, while you do want to prevent him
from becoming
dehydrated, it is usually best to give frequent small amounts of fluid.
Unfortunately, in trying to keep their kids
from getting
dehydrated, parents often give their child too much to drink when they are
vomiting.
When sick children have diarrhea or are
vomiting, they can lose large amounts of salts and water
from their bodies can become
dehydrated very quickly.
While babies can get all of the fluids they need
from their regular feedings, if your baby is exposed to extreme temperatures or loses fluids due to
vomiting, diarrhea or sweating, however, all those dirty diapers mean she can quickly become
dehydrated.
When babies and children refuse to feed or drink, and
vomit and / or have a lot of diarrhoea, (8 to 10 or more watery bowel actions) they can lose a lot of water
from their body and they can become
dehydrated.
If a child becomes
dehydrated (
from vomiting, diarrhea, or other causes), the sodium levels can be too high or low, which can cause confusion, weakness, lethargy, and even seizures.
As long as there is no blood in the stool or
vomit, you should allow your dog to expel the offending matter
from his system, provided he doesn't become
dehydrated.
This dog was fine one day and then 2 days later very sick
from vomiting multiple times and
dehydrated.
Severely affected animals may also
vomit, lose their appetite, become
dehydrated, and in some instances, may even die
from the disease.
It's also important to call your vet immediately if she's in shock (pale skin or gums, odd behavior, collapse) or
dehydrated (diarrhea, discolored urine, dry gums)
from vomiting, especially if it's severe, prolonged
vomiting.
If your dog is taken to the vet for treatment, expect fluid therapy (especially if she's
dehydrated from all the
vomiting) and antibiotics.