What are signs of severe dehydration in toddlers?

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The above answers are all very good. Do not take any chances with toddlers with suspected dehydration. He needs medical treatment right away. "Your child may be seriously dehydrated if you notice any of the following signs: his eyes and cheeks seem sunken, he is unusually inactive or sleepy, his mouth and tongue are very dry or his skin feels dry and wrinkled. If you gently pinch the skin on the back of a dehydrated child's hand, it flattens slowly when released.

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very nicely pinch he/she skin. If the skin stays pinched she/he is dehydrated. Is the toddler crying (tears) and is the mouth wet inside. If not call the doctor immediately.
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if you are even writing the words severe and dehydration on this page and it concerns a toddler then get bubs to a doctor.dont second guess with us amatures

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Decrease urine output, dry mucus membranes(eyes, nose, mouth), no tears when crying. Here's a test gently pinch the skin on the forearm and if it is slow returning to the normal position then the toddler may be dehydrated. Try giving her/him popsicles. Encourage small sips of water, juice, etc. every 1-2 hours.

Good Luck, I hope your baby feels better soon!

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listlessness,dry skin,decrease in urination,constipation,sunken eyes.Try pedialyte in a baby bottle if you have too. Dehydration is extremely dangerous in young children.Go to Doc

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Do not wait any longer. It's been past 24 hours. Please call or take your toddler immediately to the doctor.

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look at the lips they will look parched and look at the tips of the fingures and hands they will be slightely wrinkled,,give the baby plenty pop cicles or any juice gator aid .. even sugar and water mixed together will help.. do not give the baby milk .and take it to the doctor

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What are signs of severe dehydration in toddlers?

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