Question 1

what exactly is post operative hyperthermia?

Accepted Answer

Not sure...: What you mean. Hyperthermia means a fever or elevated body temperature, and post operative means after surgery. One rare condition seen is malignant hyperthermia during a general anesthesia in surgery. Not sure about "post operative hyperthermia" other than a fever after surgery.

Question 2

how common is malignant hyperthermia?

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Very, very rare.: Hi, the number is somewhat controversial but the current incidence in literature is somewhere 1:50k to 1 in 100k people undergoing anesthesia. In reality it's probably closer to 1:100k. Most anesthesiologists never see it in their entire career.

Question 3

malignant hyperthermia - can i smoke?

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Bigger problems: Malignant hyperthermia is a life threatening condition. Smoking is the least of your worries. Although the fact that you are well enough to be on health tap despite this life threatening condition is a good sign :-).

Question 4

how do you diagnose malignant hyperthermia?

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No one simple test: Malignant hyperthermia is a rare life-threatening condtion often triggered by exposure to certain volatile anesthetic gases and succinylcholine (anesthesia uses this during surgery). The metabolism of the skeletal muscle goes into "overdrive", and it is this oxidative process that overwhelms the body's ability to supply oxygen, remove c02. The result is poor regulation of body temperature.

Question 5

what is the definition or description of: malignant hyperthermia?

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Metabolic Crisis: A physiological reaction, sometimes fatal, to certain anesthetic agents ( and other "triggers") in genetically susceptible individuals. If you're asking about this, i assume it has critical importance for you. Get informed right away!

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http://www.Mhaus.Org/mhaus-faqs-healthcare-professionals/what-is-malignant-hyperthermia/#.Ulp4ry5ktqc.

Question 6

if i'm uncomfortable in the heat, does that mean i have hyperthermia?

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No: More likely you are not acclimated to the heat; hyperthermia means your actual body temperature is elevated beyond the normal range; common causes include heat stroke and rare reactions to drugs; hyperthermia can be a life-threatening emergency; acclimate over ~2 weeks: spend 2+ hrs in heat daily, take in fluids, gradually increase intensity of your activity; take breaks as needed, and be safe!

Question 7

is this malignant hyperthermia if i only have problems in surgery?

Accepted Answer

See below: Malignant hyperthermia would only occur during a general anesthesia, and with certain anesthetic medications. You absolutely must notify your anesthesiologist if you have a history of this condition, so that this life threatening condition can be avoided.

Question 8

how to treat hyperthermia or heat stroke?

Accepted Answer

A medical emergency: Hyperthermia can first be treated with hydration and cool compresses and getting the person out of the heat. Heat stroke is when the body can no longer release the heat by perspiring, so the skin will be red and dry. This is a true medical emergency and needs to get help in a hospital. Always check on the elderly during very hot weather.

Question 9

if i have malignant hyperthermia , is there any sedatives i need to avoid?

Accepted Answer

Check with MD: Malignant hyperthermia is a rare disease that has been only described in patients who received either a muscle relaxant or inhalational agents such as sevoflourane. The website www.Mhaus.Org is dedicated to diagnosis and treatment of mh.  Sedatives are not known to trigger mh. As far as overall safety of sedative , the physician writing the prescription can make that determination.

Question 10

what leads to serious hyperthermia?

Accepted Answer

Hyperthermia: high body temp can occur with infections, particularly in children.  This can induce seizure.  Extreme exertion in a warm or hot environment also can result in hyperthermia. Soldiers have and are experiencing this trouble. Athletes also experience this trouble in late summer. Construction workers and field workers are at risk also in warm seasons.

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