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It can drop 2 to 4 pounds fast. Almost all of it is water.
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That weight returns when you rehydrate. That's a good sign.
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Thirst, dark urine, dizziness, a racing heart.
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Water plus an oral rehydration drink if you're losing a lot.
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It's common after dose increases. Hydration protects your kidneys.
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It lasts over 2 days, or there's blood, fever or severe pain.
Diarrhea can drop the scale fast, but it's mostly water, and it comes back. Why it happens, the dehydration signs to watch, and when to get medical care.
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