Dehydration Symptoms, Causes, and Rehydration Strategies

Identifying dehydration signs across all ages. Includes rehydration tips, electrolyte balance, and how to use a food dehydrator for snacks.

Symptoms of Dehydration in Newborns

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Anna Aronson

People of all ages can develop dehydration from excess fluid loss, but newborns, in particular, are more at risk of developing the condition. Dehydration is the result of losing more fluids--through sweat, vomiting or diarrhea--than you are taking in.

Anna Aronson began working as a journalist in 2000 and spent six years at suburban Chicago newspapers before pursuing freelance work. She enjoys writing about health care topics, in particular obstetrics, pediatrics and nutrition. She received a Bachelor of Arts in journalism from Eastern Illinois University and is now studying for a Master of Science in medicine degree to become a physician's assistant.