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Regulation of Water Intake The hypothalamic thirst center is stimulated: By a decline in plasma volume of 10%–15% By increases in plasma osmolality of 1–2% Via baroreceptor input, angiotensin II, and other stimuli
Regulation of Water Intake 2 Thirst is quenched as soon as we begin to drink water Feedback signals that inhibit the thirst centers include: Moistening of the mucosa of the mouth and throat Activation of stomach and intestinal stretch receptors
Regulation of Water Output Obligatory water losses include: Insensible water losses from lungs and skin Water that accompanies undigested food residues in feces Obligatory water loss reflects the fact that: Kidneys excrete 900-1200 mOsm of solutes to maintain blood homeostasis Urine solutes must be flushed out of the body in water
Regulation and Influence of ADH Water reabsorption in collecting ducts is proportional to ADH release Low ADH levels produce dilute urine and reduced volume of body fluids High ADH levels produce concentrated urine Hypothalamic osmoreceptors trigger or inhibit ADH release Factors that specifically trigger ADH release include prolonged fever; excessive sweating, vomiting, or diarrhea; severe blood loss; and traumatic burns
Dehydration Water loss exceeds water intake and the body is in negative fluid balance Causes include: hemorrhage, severe burns, prolonged vomiting or diarrhea, profuse sweating, water deprivation, and diuretic abuse Signs and symptoms: cottonmouth, thirst, dry flushed skin, and oliguria Prolonged dehydration may lead to weight loss, fever, and mental confusion Other consequences include hypovolemic shock and loss of electrolytes
