Question 1

what are some signs of heat-related illness?

Accepted Answer

Cramps,dizzy,faint: Signs and symptoms of heat-related illness vary based on the condition, but may include an elevated body temperature, headache, nausea, weakness, dizziness, fainting, muscle cramps, and coma.

Question 2

my wife feels really hot especially in the upper body. sometimes i can feel this heat and sonetimes not. she has no signs of fever. it's been 3 weeks.

Accepted Answer

Could be many things: She needs to get checked out. Touch is not a very good test of temperature since it is dependent on feeling the difference between tow objects. A more objective test might be required. Also, a simple body temperature reading like temporal or oral temperature would be more objective. A complete exam with possibly some lab tests like a blood count and cmp may also help sort out what is going on.

Question 3

i hav very bad heat intolerance to the point where i will completely pass out.what could this be a sign of?had it all my life.wat causes such sensitiv

Accepted Answer

2 thoughts: The three thoughts that come to mind are: are you overweight ?(which causes heat intolerance) and have you had your thyroid checked?  And do you sweat? Disorders of any of these 3 would cause heat intolerance.

Question 4

what are the first signs of heat stroke or exhaustion?

Accepted Answer

Fatigue, dizziness: Fatigue, dizziness, slow motion, imbalance, confusion, fever. The problem is dehydration and well as overheating.  Get them to drink more (with electrolytes), get out of the sun, and lie down until recovered.

Question 5

what are the signs and symptoms of heat stroke?

Accepted Answer

Fever plus....: Body temperature, often core) above 105˚ plus absent sweating, unresponsiveless, organ failure, seizures, coma, death.

Question 6

hot heat flushes on the top of foot in right leg...is this a sign of a cloth?

Accepted Answer

Many possible causes: Some causes of increased warmth can include overuse, cellulitis, lymphatic obstruction, blood clots, varicose veins and trauma.  Have it evaluated by a professional and get the appropriate treatment.

Question 7

i have painful swelling in my right leg & ankle with no signs of redness or heat & only some slight itching. the pain sometimes travels to my groin.?

Accepted Answer

Get examined right a: Cannot answer this on line. You need to see a doctor. Would get medical attention very quickly. There is a possibility there could be a blood clot causing swelling in your leg.

Question 8

what are the signs of heat exhaustion in a 7wk old baby? took my baby out in pram on a 30deg celsius dy. is she going to be ok temp is 37 deg no fever

Accepted Answer

See Your Doctor Now: In general, illness in a very young infant can be difficult to recognize as their responses are mostly non-specific symptoms such as irritability/fussiness, poor feeding, lethargy. Additionally, duration of exposure, baby's symptoms and other important details are not given. A thorough evaluation is needed to ensure your baby has no adverse effects from excess heat exposure. See your doctor now.

Question 9

i keep on feeling hungry and have a feeling that there is some heat inside my stomach and throat... is this a sign of me having to deworm my stomach?

Accepted Answer

Parasite unlikely: The incidence of parasitic disease (with worms) is exceedingly low in the US.  One possible alternate explanation for these symptoms could be that of peptic ulcer disease or gastroesophageal reflux.

Question 10

is a bruise  a sign of a blood clot? i had a random dark bruise on my inner calf where it meets my knee. it's almost fully healed. no swelling or heat

Accepted Answer

No: It is a sign of bleeding into the tissue.

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What are some signs of heat-related illness?

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My wife feels really hot especially in the upper body. sometimes i can feel this heat and sonetimes not. she has no signs of fever. it's been 3 weeks.

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I hav very bad heat intolerance to the point where i will completely pass out.what could this be a sign of?had it all my life.wat causes such sensitiv

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What are the first signs of heat stroke or exhaustion?

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What are the signs and symptoms of heat stroke?

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Hot heat flushes on the top of foot in right leg...is this a sign of a cloth?

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I have painful swelling in my right leg & ankle with no signs of redness or heat & only some slight itching. the pain sometimes travels to my groin.?

A member asked:

What are the signs of heat exhaustion in a 7wk old baby? took my baby out in pram on a 30deg celsius dy. is she going to be ok temp is 37 deg no fever

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I keep on feeling hungry and have a feeling that there is some heat inside my stomach and throat... is this a sign of me having to deworm my stomach?

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Is a bruise a sign of a blood clot? i had a random dark bruise on my inner calf where it meets my knee. it's almost fully healed. no swelling or heat

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