Dehydration is a common side effect of cancer treatment and it occurs when your body loses more fluid and electrolytes than it takes in. Our bodies are nearly 60% water, so water is our lifeline. #Dehydration also can result from exposure to excessive heat, sweating, not consuming enough fluids, medication side effects or the cancer itself. Why is staying hydrated important for cancer patients? Water is our nutrient transportation system…Fluids carry nutrients to cells, fl