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what is heat stroke caused by?

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Heat Stroke: Heat stroke results from prolonged exposure to high temperatures -- usually in combination with dehydration -- which leads to failure of the body's temperature control system. The medical definition of heat stroke is a core body temperature greater than 105 degrees fahrenheit, with complications involving the central nervous system that occur after exposure to high temperatures. Call 911 if susp.

Question 2

could i have heat stroke indoors?

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Yes: If the temperature is high enough, and these is poor ventilation, no a/c, no fans, and inadequate hydration then sure it could happen indoors.

Question 3

what best medicine for sun / heat stroke?

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Heat stroke: Heat stroke would be defined as fever of 105.8 and altered mental status. Heat exhaustion is defined as mildly elevated BP associated with headache, fatigue and often muscle weakness. Heat stroke is a medical emergency and requires evaluation in an ER. Heat exhaustion is treated by getting out of the heat and push fluids. Keep eye on urine output as rhabdomyolysis can develop.

Question 4

heat stroke at night time, is it possible?

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Yes. Heat Stroke!: Heat stroke is the most serious form of heat injury and is considered a medical emergency. If you suspect that someone has heat stroke -- also known as sunstroke -- call an ambulance immediately and give first aid until paramedics arrive.

http://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/heat-stroke-symptoms-and-treatment#1

Question 5

what are some of the tests for heat stroke?

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The tests for Heat stroke include::   Arterial blood gas, Basic metabolic panel, Blood culture, Complete blood count, Xray of chest, Creatine kinase, Thyroid blood tests, CT of head, Kidney function tests, Lactic acid, Liver function test, Lumbar puncture, Glucose blood level, Urinalysis, INR, Toxicology screen.

Question 6

i have heat stroke, how much heat can i take?

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Heat stroke: If you have heat stroke then you want to avoid heat and strenuous  activity in the heat.  Also you need to drink plenty of fluids, mostly water.

Question 7

how do i treat a possible heat stroke at home?

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Don't try: Heat stroke is a life threatening emergency. It should never be treated at home due to the complexity of the problems which can come from heat stroke.  Heat exhaustion may be treated carefully at home but better if treated under the care of a dr.  Hydration, rest, cooling, no exposure to heat for days, good nutrition will all help.  See your family md immediately if you think heat stroke.

Question 8

can you have heat stroke with out a high temp?

Accepted Answer

No: By definition it is altere mental status with high fever and an appropriate exposure.

Question 9

what is the definition or description of: heat stroke?

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Serious heat illness: Heat stroke is the most severe manifestation of heat-related illness. It is defined as a body temperature of greater than 40.6 °c (105.1 °f) due to heat exposure with lack of thermoregulation. Symptoms may include dry skin; rapid, strong pulse; and dizziness.

Question 10

what should i do if i constantly suffer from heat stroke?

Accepted Answer

Cool it!: If you have had true heat stroke, then you have developed a probably permanent heat intolerance, meaning that you are more likely to experience heat stroke-like symptoms at progressively lower degrees of overheating. No cure. Avoid high temperatures.

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