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Dehydration

When the body loses too much water to work well. Severe diarrhea or vomiting can cause dehydration.


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Diet

The food you eat, including both liquids and solids.


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Dietary fat

One of the three nutrients that supply calories (energy) to the body. Fat also helps the body absorb certain vitamins. Small amounts of fat are necessary for normal body function. Foods high in fat are also high in calories.


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Diuretics

Drugs that help the body get rid of water and salt.


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Dyspepsia/indigestion

Upset stomach.


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Dysphagia

Difficulty in swallowing. 



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