Q：
What is water intoxication?
A:
Water intoxication, also called water poisoning, water toxemia, or hyperhydration, is a potentially fatal disruption of brain functions due to drinking too much water. Drinking too much water can dilute the electrolytes in the blood, especially sodium.
Nearly all deaths related to water intoxication result either from drinking large amounts of water, or from excessive consumption of fluid during exercises. In addition, water cure can also cause water intoxication.
In more severe cases of water intoxication, doctors may prescribe diuretics to help patients increase urination, vasopressin receptor antagonists may also be used.
Please ask about the appropriate amounts of water you can drink from relevant experts.
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