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What medical condition causes a heat stroke and seizure?
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Probably dehydration: Dehydration occurs with prolonged exertion in hot conditions. This can cause loss of consciousness, heat stroke, or even seizure. Infection and high fever may also cause a seizure, but not heat stroke.
Answered 11/27/2017
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