Definition of bull pen. 1 : a large cell where prisoners are detained until brought into court. 2a : a place on a baseball field where pitchers warm up before they start pitchingb : the relief pitchers of a baseball team. 3 : an open work area not divided into offices.
Children and elderly people are at higher risk of dehydration and should see their doctor sooner. Signs and Symptoms. ... Diarrhea can be serious, even fatal, for infants and elderly people because of dehydration and the loss of electrolytes. Supporting Research. ...
Dehydration is common in the elderly for a number of reasons. The elderly have a reduced ability to conserve water, are less attuned to their thirst, and may avoid drinking fluids because of overactive bladder problems.