Question 1

what are signs of  sunstroke?

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Many signs: There are a large variety of symptoms present with the onset of sunstroke. In the early stages, the skin will become both hot and dry. Sweating usually stops, and breathing becomes rapid enough to bring on hyperventilation.

The body’s temperature, along with the pulse, will begin to rise rapidly. Other symptoms include muscle cramps and headaches. There may also be some mental or verbal confusion.

Question 2

what are the symptoms of sunstroke?

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Overheating: Sunstroke occurs when you get dehydrated and run out of sweat, so that your body's thermostat can no longer keep your body cool. Your body relies on water evaporation to stay cool. As long as you drink plenty of water while you're outside, you're not going to get sunstroke. If you suddenly stop sweating, it's time to get in the shade and drink lots of fluids!

Question 3

what are first signs of a sunstroke?

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Heat stroke: Heat stroke can present with high temperature (104f), inability to sweat, flushing, strange behavior, high heart rate, abnormal breathing, seizures, and even coma or death. It may or may not follow heat exhaustion characterized by nausea, vomiting, malaise, dizziness, cramping. Heat stroke is a medical emergency. Hydration and avoiding exertion in hot temperatures may prevent it.

Question 4

how hot does  have to be to get sunstroke?

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Depends.: Sunstroke occurs when you get dehydrated and run out of sweat, so that your body's thermostat can no longer keep your body cool. Your body relies on water evaporation to stay cool. It's possible to get sunstroke on any reasonably warm day if you don't drink enough water to stay hydrated. The risk increases the hotter it gets, however.

Question 5

what are the common symptoms of sunstroke?

Accepted Answer

Overheating: Sunstroke occurs when you get dehydrated and run out of sweat, so that your body's thermostat can no longer keep your body cool. Your body relies on water evaporation to stay cool. As long as you drink plenty of water while you're outside, you're not going to get sunstroke. If you suddenly stop sweating, it's time to get in the shade and drink lots of fluids!

Question 6

what happens to someone when they have sunstroke?

Accepted Answer

Potentially serious: Sunstroke occurs when you get dehydrated and run out of sweat, so that your body's thermostat can no longer keep your body cool. Your body relies on water evaporation to stay cool. It's possible to get sunstroke on any reasonably warm day if you don't drink enough water to stay hydrated. The risk increases the hotter it gets, however.

Question 7

what is the definition or description of: sunstroke?

Accepted Answer

Sunstroke: Sunstroke = sometimes fatal condition caused by excessive exposure to sun or heat. It can cause ^'ed body temperature, seizures and coma.

Question 8

can you get sunstroke the day after being in the sun?

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No.: Sunstroke occurs when you get dehydrated and run out of sweat, so that your body's thermostat can no longer keep your body cool. Your body relies on water evaporation to stay cool. It only occurs at the time you run out of sweat, not the day after.

Question 9

what are some of the best home remedies for sunstroke?

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True sunstroke is…: …not a condition to be treated at home; it requires immediate medical attention to lower the body's core temperature so the brain is not permanently damaged. Lesser sun-related illnesses can be treated with cooling, fluids, salt/electrolytes, staying in cool environment. Check with doc as to whether any meds may put you at risk for heat-related problems.

Question 10

can you get sunstroke the day after being in the sun for ages?

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Sure.: Sunstroke occurs when you get dehydrated and run out of sweat, so that your body's thermostat can no longer keep your body cool. Your body relies on water evaporation to stay cool. You can get sunstroke anytime you fail to drink enough fluids to replace what you sweat out, regardless of what you did the day before.

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