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Ways to keep my 8 year old hydrated after going to Er for dehydration?

  • Posted on February 9, 2011 at 11:24 am

Ok, long story short my daughter has been having weird stomach cramps off and on for the last month. They come and go in waves. I called her Dr who thought it was her lactose intolerance flaring up ( she had probs with it when younger) and to watch her dairy intake. Which I did. I noticed she would get constipated, her stomach would cramp up and she’d be running to the bathroom to have a massive BM. So I figured it was all bowel probs. She never went to the Dr
Over the past few days her pains started getting worse and not even having a BM would relieve her. Well, yesterday afternoon I got a call from ehr daycare that she was sick…doubled over in pain, no fever, but couldn’t move and was dry heaving ( but never actually puked). I called her Dr and made an appointment for today before I realized how bad she was.
Once I picked her up and saw how bad she was I immediately rushed her to the ER thinking it was appendicitis. Still, no fever. ER gave her meds to help the nausea and ran tests and started a saline drip.
Dr came back, said all tests were negative, except her urine was extremely concentrated and she is very dehydrated. In fact, once the IV fluids kicked in it was like she was a whole other person. Instant energy and high spirits. He discharged her after giving the IV fluids to hydrate, with instructions to keep hydrated and a prescription for Pepcid to prevent ulcers due to all the bowel probs, etc.
I immedialty took her to the store upon being discharged to get the script filled ( 1 a day for 30 days), get soup for dinner and get her some Gatorade. She was doing better this morning, so I sent ehr to daycare, but talked to the director to say what happened and have them watch her extra close.
ER said if she doesn”t get btr or shows signs of getting bad again I have to take her back for more IV. My question is…do you know any ways to keep this from happening again? ER DR thinks she has been dehydrated the past month, causing the cramps and bowel issues and it just got way worse and out of hand. he literally told me I “brought her in just in time”.Another 24 hours coulda caused severe probs such as kidney issues.
I packed her with plenty of Gatorade to keep hydrated at daycare. But she goes to the local Y and they are outside and on field trips a lot. My dghtr drinks water, but DR said she sweats most of it out..causing the dehydration. How can I keep this from happening again, or even getting worse as today the temp is expected to reach 97 and rise each day from now. By the end of the week we are supposed to be in the 100′s and it’s only June.
I was told dehydration can literally shut ur body dwn and I dnt want to see that happen to her…she was in so much pain as it was yesterday. Today her face is swollen, esp around her left cheek and eye. She feels hungry, but gets a tummy ache after only a few bites. Is this from the dehydration and body trying to adjust? Someone please help! Any advice or ideas will be helpful. Please!
and sorry this was so long, I thought that letting you know how it started a month ago may be helpful to you to help answer.

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Impelling Remiders In Order to Reform or Adapt Your Paint Ball Club Abilities

  • Posted on July 2, 2009 at 2:20 pm

Paintball Season

In many ways, spring and fall are the best seasons for enjoying a great paintball game. You will not really have to worry about overheating or dehydration in these months. Summertime, especially during the heat of the day, can be a risky time to play paintball because the sport requires a lot of physical exertion and long protective gear. Paintball in the summer is best played in the early morning or the evening. In the end though playing paintball can happen during any season. Where you live often determines the best times of the year for the sport. As long as you have adequate clothing and equipment and a perfect place to play, it does not matter what time of year or what the weather is like. You can have an enjoyable time in the great sport of paintball.

Company Paintball

There are lots of situations for which a paintball game is an awesome activity to include. One of probably the least well-known ways that a person could get into the world of paintball is through a corporate event. The idea is actually as effective as it is unique. Corporations can have many teambuilding exercises and events in order to encourage cooperation within their employees and developed strategies for the company. Corporate retreats are also a great place for employees to get to know one another better and to relax in a less formal environment. The paintball game can teach both competitiveness and the ability for employees to work together in a team. If you decide to help your company create a paintball event, keep in mind that there will be many novices. They will need safety and strategy instruction. The paintball game is of little value if everything is chaotic; the point is to have a great time in a competitive, strategic manner.

Company Paintball

There many different events where a great paintball game can be a lot of fun. Not many people would think about holding a paintball competition as a business strategy. However, these events take place more often than you think. Fun events that teach lessons and develop skills as well as increase morale and company loyalty have been used for decades by many businesses. Corporate retreats are also a great place for employees to get to know one another better and to relax in a less formal environment. A game of paintball can accomplish all this: it lets people work together in teams for a common goal in a fun way, and shows the value of both competition and cooperation. Keep in mind that safety equipment and efficient, effective instruction are necessities for this type of activity. Remember, paintball is not chaotic entertainment but rather strategic and competitive fun.

What to Wear to a Paintball Game

There are some recommendations you may want to consider when it comes to clothing at a paintball game. If you want to make sure you do not end up getting bruised, wear pants and a long-sleeved shirt. Avoid bright clothing to increase your stealth. Remember paintball marks do leave stains, so whatever you do wear to game, make sure that you are not attached to it are willing to let go. The most important thing is that you have fun. Wear comfortable clothes that you can run in.

One of the first things that you need to start looking into is getting your paint ball gear. paintball store is a great starting point. ArtCityPaintball.com is a great place to shop for paintball markers and any other paintball needs. They have a vast selection of paint ball equipment and the knowledge to back it up.

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Headaches: The Great Productivity Killer

  • Posted on July 1, 2009 at 10:12 pm

Headaches are one of the greatest productivity killers. When you’re trying to get something done and a headache comes on, it’s game over. Even if you try to make it through, you’re not going to be nearly as productive and you’re likely going to be more miserable than ever. While it’s no fun, there are some natural and simple methods to cure your headache!

The Quick and Natural Way to Cure Headaches

The idea behind relieving a headache is to do it naturally and quickly. There are plenty of over-the-counter medications, but they have their own side effects that just create a new problem. If taken too frequently, headache medicines may even lose their effectiveness.

Here are some natural headache remedies that you can use to quickly eliminate that headache:

• If you’re at home, take a warm bath. Many headaches are caused by contracted muscles and a hot bath will relax those muscles. This is especially great for tension headaches.

• If it is a stress headache, exercising can relieve it. Taking a walk to increase blood circulation can help dramatically.

• If the headache is caused by dehydration, drinking water can help, but it may take several glasses until the problem is solved.

• Massaging the shoulders and neck can relieve a tension headache. This is because the tightened muscles causing the headache are loosened.

• For a caffeine, sinus, or allergy headache, a cold or hot compress can make the headache go away.

• Try to sleep the same hours every night. Too little or too much sleep can cause headaches. You also want to try to keep a consistent bedtime.

• Try not to sit, stand, or work in the same position for long periods of time. This can put strain on your back, shoulders, and neck. This strain can lead to a tension headache, so change position frequently to keep this from occurring.

• If bright lights make your head hurt, avoid them. If you already have a headache, try to sit in a room with minimal light. People with migraines tend to benefit from this technique.

• Reduce your intake of caffeine in order to avoid caffeine headaches. This can be one of the worst types of headaches. Unfortunately, there are many people who attempt to solve this headache by taking in more caffeine. The problem is that this type of headache tends to be caused by caffeine withdrawal, so it’s a catch 22.

• Avoid foods that trigger headaches. If you notice a pattern that your head hurts after eating a certain food, that is your sign to avoid it. Try eating organic fruits and vegetables because of their nutritional value and health benefits.

Since everyone is different, different remedies will work for different people. You may need to experiment to find out which one is going to work best for you. Once you find your remedy, stick to it.

How to Prevent Headaches

You can prevent headaches by controlling your stress levels, exercising, and eating balanced meals. All of these go hand-in-hand because stress can be relieved by exercising and eating healthy foods. It may require a lifestyle change, but you’ll not only feel better but you’ll relieve the majority of your headaches!

By implementing these changes and eliminating your headaches, you’ll boost your quality of life and get more done.

Susan Creal, Founder Success Driven Woman, LLC

Susan is the founder of Success Driven Woman, LLC, a company supporting women entrepreneurs who wan to LEAP to the next level to find more money, more time, unstoppable self-confidence while creating lasting change.

Susan’s coaching style is a no-nonsense; get it done approach, coupled with
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Home Remedies For Sunburn

  • Posted on July 1, 2009 at 10:12 pm

If you are suffering from sunburn, but do not want to go to the doctor, there are several home remedies that you can use to treat your condition. In many cases, these home remedies can provide you with better treatment than anything that you would get from your doctor.

It is obvious that people who visit beaches often also get sunburns very frequently. People who sunbathe and deliberately work on getting a tan on their skins have a high risk of sunburn. Wearing clothing minimizes the chances of getting sunburns. Hence it is found that people who put on swimwear get sunburns only on the exposed parts of their skins.

Though most sunburns are mild problems that correct themselves in a few days, constantly getting your skin sunburned can increase the chances of skin cancer. Therefore, it is not good to expose your skin to the sun more than it is necessary.
The home remedies for sunburn are not only helpful in treating the sunburn, but also in avoiding it to quite an extent. The best way to protect oneself from sunburn is intake of lot of fluids in order to prevent dehydration, and also replace the loss of water due to sunburn.

In order to avoid the brunt of sunburn, one should eat high-content protein foods and raw fruits to fulfill the appropriate need of body for vitamins and minerals. Coconut oil and sandalwood oil are very effective in healing the burnt skin due to their cooling properties. Application of coconut or neem oil on the body, before and after taking bath is considered as a useful remedy for sunburn.

If you have a bottle of pure lavender oil, you could add 15 drops of it to your bath water before you get in.

Milk is an excellent home remedy for sunburn. Reminds me of a story I was reading in an Archie or Jughead comic book years ago. Archie got sunburnt and Jughead slathered ice cream all over his back to soothe the burn. Milky vanilla ice cream sounds like a great treat for sunburns but I’d rather eat ice cream than smear it all over myself. I haven’t tried it but might do so if I get desperate.

If you have an all-over burn, a specially prepared bath may help you a lot. Start with lukewarm water and add a mixture of one cup of milk, two cups of raw, uncooked oatmeal and one tablespoon of honey. Soaking for about 10 minutes will soothe the skin and replace some of the lost natural moisture.

Another useful bath for sunburn relief is baking soda – about two cups. Baking soda or oatmeal baths are also good natural skin care remedies for dry skin, acne, eczema and just about any other skin problem.

Potatoes can also be used to relieve the pain of sunburn. Take 2 potatoes and wash them well. Cut them into tiny chunks and place in a blender to liquefy. (If the result appears too dry, add some water). Pat the affected areas with potato juice. Wait until dry, and then rinse off in a cool shower or bath.

Remember that as well as causing varying degrees of discomfort and pain, repeated sun exposure and sunburn also accelerates the aging process and can increase the risk of cataracts and skin cancer. Prevention therefore should also always be considered more preferable than treatment!

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