More significant dehydration can affect the brain.
Possible symptoms include:
Difficulty concentrating
Irritability
Confusion
Unusual sleepiness
Confusion is a recognized sign of severe dehydration and deserves particular attention in older adults.
Sudden confusion should always be taken seriously because infections, stroke, low blood sugar, medication problems, and other emergencies can cause similar symptoms.
9. Your Kidneys Have to Conserve Water
The kidneys play a major role in maintaining the body’s fluid balance.
When you do not drink enough, they conserve water by producing less urine and making it more concentrated.
Repeated or prolonged dehydration can contribute to urinary and kidney problems. Mayo Clinic lists urinary tract infections, kidney stones, and even kidney failure among possible complications of significant or repeated dehydration.
This does not mean missing a few glasses of water will suddenly damage your kidneys. The concern is persistent or severe fluid loss.
10. Your Body May Have Trouble Regulating Temperature
