Clinical Assessment Tool by Dr. Wasif Iqbal FCPS

Child Dehydration Checker

Answer 6 quick questions to assess your child's hydration status and get immediate guidance

Dehydration Assessment

Answer based on what you observe right now

1. How is your child's urine output?

Normal — urinating regularly Reduced — less than usual Very little or no urine in 6+ hours

2. How are your child's eyes?

Normal, bright eyes Slightly sunken eyes Very sunken, dry eyes — no tears when crying

3. How is your child's mouth?

Moist, normal saliva Sticky or slightly dry mouth Very dry mouth and tongue

4. How active and alert is your child?

Normal activity and alertness More irritable or fussier than usual Lethargic, very drowsy, or hard to wake

5. Is your child drinking fluids?

Drinking normally or more than usual Drinking less than usual Refusing to drink or vomiting everything

6. How many loose stools / vomiting episodes?

1–3 times total 4–6 times in last 24 hours More than 6 times, or blood in stool

✅ No Dehydration

Normal urine
Bright eyes
Moist mouth
Active, alert
Drinking well

⚠️ Mild-Moderate

Less urine
Slightly sunken eyes
Sticky mouth
Irritable
Drinking less

🚨 Severe

No urine 6+ hrs
Very sunken eyes
Very dry mouth
Lethargic
Refusing fluids

Is your child dehydrated? Get help now.

Dr. Wasif Iqbal — FCPS Pediatrician · Diarrhea & dehydration specialist

Dr. Wasif Iqbal · Pediatrician & Neonatologist · Faisalabad

For general guidance only. Seek emergency care for severe dehydration.