Dehydration

I waddled to the bathroom cuz OMG and my right foot was swollen so bad. It's double it's normal size. I'll be able to show my PCP today and try to figure out what to do instead of lasix. I'm gonna try to make time to go back to the hospital for binsons to get compression socks in the next 2 weeks.

I didn't have therapy yesterday cuz my appointment cut into the time. We rescheduled for today at 4pm. I didn't do any journal prompts this time but I did some last time and we didn't go over them. But I'm sure with the cardiologist appointment and my PCP appointment I'll have plenty to talk about. And I'm so burnt out. We'll be fine as far as topics to discuss.

I'm gonna have a bunch of labs done today. Prolactin levels, testosterone, CBC, and A1c at the very least. Originally this appointment was for checking my urine for cultures cuz I had a UTI but I feel better.

I'm so thirsty. My tongue burns. My mouth is dry. I'm craving coffee. Except it's 530am and I can't have coffee right now. Pauley decided to wash dishes and accidentally chipped my starbarks mug.

I'm burping up stomach acid. I ate a little bowl of GF Velveeta Mac and cheese for dinner. It was delicious but it had quite a bit of salt. It's what made my feet swell up.

Today we're gonna place an order for groceries. I already picked what I want. I'm excited about some of the stuff I ordered, like the pork carnitas and the chocolate chip banana waffles and the cod. We're gonna eat the cod Wednesday night. Ooooo and the Dino nuggies are on sale! I ordered 2 boxes! Rawrrr

I've decided I'm awake for the day. I'm having pauley make me a bottle of IQ Joe. It'll help me feel more alert and less foggy. I'll also make a cup of juice when I finish drinking the coffee.

#Lymphedema #GERD #AcidReflux #HiatalHernia #Dehydration #foodieadventures #coffeeadventures

I had a port placed in the late fall to help manage hydration at home! Before I consented to the port I went over the pros and cons and decided that for me, a port was the best way to manage my high output #Stoma with severe #Dehydration .

I have been pleased with my decision and have found it to be way easier to manage dehydration at home than with outpatient IV appointments. I also am appreciating the break from repeated attempts to get an IV placed. Have any of you had a similar experience?

#InflammatoryBowelDiseaseIBD

Aim to start an exercise session fully hydrated. Thirst is not an accurate indicator of hydration status.

During exercise, drink enough fluid to limit losses as sweat. Drinking small volumes often will minimize gastric discomfort.

After exercise, fluid balance must be restored completely. Fluid replacement will depend on how much fluid was lost during exercise.

#DiabetesType2 #Diabetes #DiabetesType1 #ChronicIllness #water #Dehydration #Exercise

The risk of dehydration increases for individuals with diabetes since high blood glucose levels decrease hydration in the body.

Drinking water helps keep your hydration and blood sugar levels in check. Besides fighting dehydration, it can also help remove excess glucose.

People with diabetes should drink plenty of fluids - 1.6 liters (L) or 6.5 cups a day for women; and 2 L or 8.5 glasses of water per day for men.

In addition to water, there are a number of other drinks that are also effective for preventing dehydration and increasing fluid intake. Examples include caffeine-free herbal teas, sugar-free sparkling water, almond milk, and sugar-free coffee.

Drinking sodas, energy drinks, fruit juices, and sweetened drinks is not recommended since they contain a lot of sugar and will increase your blood sugar levels.

What does your water/liquid intake look like?

A. 8 or more cups
B. 6-7 cups
C. 5-4 cups
D. 3 or less

What is your drink of choice?

Share your answers below in the comments!

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I am melting in this summer heat and drinking so much water (yes, that is me using an empty OJ container for my water intake)! I also try to prevent fluid loss by staying cool with ice popsicles and even placing ice packs on my neck at times.

How do you all stay cool in high temps and humidity?

#Dehydration #InflammatoryBowelDiseaseIBD

#iihmemes #Dehydration #dehydrated #IIH #IH #IntracranialHypertension