Can dehydration permanently damage kidneys?
Repeated severe dehydration can contribute to kidney damage, especially in hot climates or with certain medicines.
Prevention
Dehydration and the kidneys
How dehydration can stress or injure the kidneys, and how much to drink.
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Short Answer
Severe or repeated dehydration reduces blood flow to the kidneys and can cause acute kidney injury. For most healthy people, drinking to keep urine pale is a good guide.
Medical Facts
- Dehydration reduces blood flow to the kidneys.
- Repeated severe dehydration can contribute to kidney damage.
Treatment or Donation Options
- Drink to keep urine pale in colour.
- In advanced kidney disease, follow your fluid restriction instead.
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