Living With UC: Staying Hydrated

Living With UC: Staying Hydrated

Chronic diarrhea can lead to dehydration, particularly if individuals feel ill and are not eating or drinking enough fluids. It is important to maintain an adequate fluid intake. The simplest way to judge whether intake is adequate is to look at the volume and color of urine each the day. A small amount or a dark color of the urine suggests that the intake of water is not adequate. A suggested amount of liquid to drink each day is half an ounce per pound of weight.