salt depletion

• Condição médica caracterizada pela deficiência de cloreto de sódio no organismo, frequentemente causada por sudorese excessiva, vômitos ou diarreia, podendo levar à desidratação ou ao desequilíbrio eletrolítico.

A medical condition characterized by a deficiency of sodium chloride in the body, often resulting from excessive sweating, vomiting, or diarrhea, and potentially leading to dehydration or electrolyte imbalance.

1. Loss of essential saltsB2formal

   A condition where the body loses an excessive amount of sodium and other salts, often due to sweating, illness, or dietary deficiency.

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   • Prolonged exercise in hot weather can lead to salt depletion.
   • Symptoms of salt depletion include muscle cramps and dizziness.
   • Doctors recommend electrolyte drinks to prevent salt depletion.