Volume depletion
Volume depletion is when your body does not have enough fluid circulating in your blood vessels to keep your organs working correctly.
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Think of your body like a car engine that needs a specific amount of oil to run safely. Volume depletion happens when you lose too much water and salt from your bloodstream, making it hard for your heart to pump blood effectively to your brain and muscles.
This condition primarily affects your circulatory system, which is the network of veins and arteries that carry blood throughout your body. Because your blood volume is low, your organs don't get the steady supply of oxygen they need, which is why you might feel weak or dizzy.
Common Symptoms
- Feeling dizzy or lightheaded, especially when you stand up quickly.
- Having a very dry mouth or sticky tongue.
- Noticeably decreased urination or urine that is very dark yellow.
- Feeling unusually tired or weak.
- Sunken-looking eyes or skin that stays "tented" or pinched when you pull it up.
- A rapid, pounding heartbeat as your heart tries to compensate for lower blood flow.