Adults should seek medical attention for dehydration if they experience any of the following symptoms:
- Extreme thirst
- Dry mouth and skin
- Dark yellow urine
- Fatigue or dizziness
- Confusion or disorientation
- Sunken eyes
- Rapid heartbeat
- Rapid breathing
- Fainting
- Seizures
In such cases, severe dehydration may have already occurred and prompt medical attention is necessary to replenish fluid and electrolyte levels. Dehydration can be serious and even life-threatening, so it’s important to seek medical help if you experience any symptoms of severe dehydration.