I am a 13 year old girl. I woke up about an hour ago EXTREMLY thirsty, and in the past hour I have had like 10 or so glasses of water, and I am still VERY VERY thisty. I did not eat lke anything salty last night, or at all yesterday, and I have not had anything but 1 small bowl of special K w/ whole milk. Any ideas as to why I am so thirsty? And what I can do about it?
2006-07-19 03:22:20 · 9 answers · asked by Debbie 1 in Health ➔ Other - Health
BTW my older sis's account was down 2 wks ago so she used mine to ask a question, the other question is not mine.
2006-07-19 03:24:18 · update #1
Well, drink something with a lot of fiber in it, hahaha. Seriously, though, drink something to make it count, to make it fill you up. Water honestly doesn't quench my thirst. Ever. I hate water! Milk makes me want more milk, so it doesn't help at all either (for me). Eat water-based fruits or something, like watermelons.
2006-07-19 03:27:52 · answer #1 · answered by EricTheAlchemist 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Well considering that it's hot in many places, maybe you're just exhausted and sweating from the heat. Try swimming during the day in cold water and try not to do anything too vigorous. Wear thin clothes so you don't overheat.
However, another possibility is that you have diabetes. A common symptom of diabetes is frequent thirstiness due to blood sugar problems. Ask you parents to see a doctor soon.
There may also be some sort of feminine problem, but I doubt this. Nonetheless, I'm not a doctor, so I'm not so sure. Take a safe route: if you think your condition is extreme, then go see a doctor.
2006-07-19 03:28:07 · answer #2 · answered by Captain Hero 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Hello, if this continues....You should tell your parents about it. They can make an appointment to take you in to see the Family Doctor. Because excessive thirst & feeling the need & drinking a lot of water can be a sign of diabetes. Any family history of diabetes in your family? This is something you need to have checked out by a doctor. Just tell your parents & then go from there to do the best thing for your body!
2006-07-19 03:33:47 · answer #3 · answered by *SPARKY* 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Option 1- You are diabetic. My husband is diabetic. You need to drink a lot when you are diabetic. See you doctor for something called insolent. You have to take it like 2 times a day i think if you are diabetic. More info- http://www.diabetes.org/home.jsp
Option 2- You are dehydrated. Drink up and you'll feel better in no time.
More info on diabetes-
Symptoms-
~ Drozyness, or ofter tired
~ Can't walk or run as fast/as far
~ Need to sit down and relax more
~ Drinking a lot
~ Eating more sugar
~ Going to the bathroom a lot
2006-07-19 04:01:58 · answer #4 · answered by ♥ Ava ♥ 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Take a little salt with your water. Sometimes when it is so hot, your body dehydrates. A little salt will actually help your body absorb the water and use it effectively.
2006-07-19 03:30:43 · answer #5 · answered by randar 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
kepp drinkin wata it help lik non ota, seriously though drink lots of fluids not just water and be careful because too much fluid intake at one time can make you sick and feel worse also becareful too much water can make for an interesting day, in a bad way. So drink away until your body says no way i will not drink more water.
2006-07-19 03:32:09 · answer #6 · answered by Joey G 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
could be a problem with blood sugar, excessive thirst is a sign of diabetes, if it keeps happening go to the Doctor.
2006-07-19 03:28:45 · answer #7 · answered by soon2b mommy of 4 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You could be diabetic, get checked out. Otherwise, you could just be dehydrated.
2006-07-19 03:26:51 · answer #8 · answered by miss piggy 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
your body is telling you something. drink up!
2006-07-19 03:25:43 · answer #9 · answered by ♣ 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋