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Question #18320
252 days ago
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What should I do can i just drink more and then sleep?

Misses G

Hello, I have a serious problem. I haven’t eaten or drunk almost anything for several days, and now I’m experiencing pain on the left side of my abdomen when I breathe in. Right now, I only have Fanta, which I have been drinking in large sips, and I’m lying in bed. I feel dizzy, my mouth is very dry, and suddenly the pain is also present even when I’m not breathing in. It feels like it’s getting worse, and I don’t know how dangerous this is. ChatGPT advised that I should go to the hospital,eat salty stuff and that i shouldnt fall asleep and that i should see a doctor, but I don’t have clean long pants to wear, and I don’t even have dirty ones that I could put on. I don’t know how to respond to this situation. Is it dangerous? I don't have salty stuff here and i only got fanta,the pain started today. I’m very scared, and in the past few days, I haven’t even drunk half a liter of fluids. I was able to pee yesterday but really only abit. Im so tired cause i havent sleeped the whole night. Can i just drink in tiny sips and sleep? Im 27

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Please go to the nearest hospital now itself. Please go to EMERGENCY CARE . You need in person consultation and treatment

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Hello Misses I’m really sorry you’re feeling this way. Based on what you’ve described—severe dehydration (very little fluid intake, dry mouth, dizziness, barely any urine), not eating for several days, and now worsening left-sided abdominal pain that hurts even without breathing in—this is potentially very dangerous. Your body is showing signs of serious dehydration and possibly other complications.

Why this is serious: - Severe dehydration can quickly become life-threatening, affecting your kidneys, heart, and brain. - Not eating or drinking for several days can cause electrolyte imbalances, low blood sugar, and organ problems. - New or worsening abdominal pain, especially with these symptoms, could mean something serious is happening inside your body.

In the meantime (if you cannot leave immediately): - Keep sipping Fanta or any fluid you have, even if it’s not ideal, to prevent further dehydration. - Do not try to sleep until you have had some fluids, but do not delay seeking help because of this. - If you feel faint, chest pain, confusion, or if the pain gets much worse, this is an emergency—get help right away.

Please, your situation is urgent. Your life and health are more important than clothes or anything else right now. Go to the hospital as soon as possible.

Thank you

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Please visit nearest physician.

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Hello dear See as per clinical history it seems serious anxiety Pain in abdomen is due to gastric juice release Dizziness is due to hypoglycemia and ketoacidosis I suggest you to please get in person consultation on emergency service to the nearby hospital since the symptoms could be fatal Regards

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Misses G
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252 days ago

I don’t think its anxiety i just dont know if its really that life dangerous when i drink now every couple minutes and lay down and later go to sleep cause im really tired i could go to my housedoc but idk if he could help

Hello dear Thanks for the kind response See I have mentioned anxiety as one of the cause only But the other symptoms seems dangerous as they completely depict general metabolic weakness I suggest you to please consult emergency care as there may be requirement of urgent care Online medication may not provide relief Regards

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You should not sleep right now, and drinking only Fanta in this situation is not advisable. You’re describing symptoms that point towards dehydration and possibly an electrolyte imbalance, and the abdominal pain could potentially indicate a more serious underlying condition. The dryness in your mouth, dizziness, and decreased urination are concerning signs of dehydration, which needs to be addressed immediately. This condition can worsen rapidly and is best evaluated in a healthcare setting. Your best course of action is to seek urgent medical attention without delay. Pants or clothing should not be a barrier to seeking emergency care; healthcare providers will prioritize your health over attire. In the meantime, see if you can find any clean water to rehydrate, as carbonated drinks like Fanta aren’t suitable replacements for fluids that can help restore your electrolyte balance. Avoid lying flat if you feel dizzy, and try to stay seated upright. If there’s anyone nearby who can assist you in getting to a medical facility or make a call for you, please reach out to them immediately. You must prioritize your health and not wait for these symptoms to possibly progress further.

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