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 Fluid imbalanceDefinitionA fluid imbalance occurs when the level of body fluids is abnormal. CausesMany illnesses can cause fluid imbalance. A fluid imbalance also can occur after any type of surgery. It is common to retain large amounts of fluid for several days after surgery (causing swelling of the body). Children may have symptoms of fluid imbalance from diarrhea. TreatmentIt is important to replace fluids in a child who has diarrhea, but not give the child too many fluids. The child may not need medical supervision. When to Contact a Medical ProfessionalCall your health care provider if you have signs of dehydration or swelling, in order to prevent more serious complications. ReferencesVerbalis JG. Posterior Pituitary. In: Goldman L, Ausiello D, eds. Cecil Medicine. 23rd ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier; 2007:chap 243.
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