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Hyperthermia, also known as heat stroke or sunstroke is an acute condition resulting from excessive exposure to heat. The homeothermal regulatory mechanisms become overwhelmed and unable to effectively deal with the heat, and body temperature climbs uncontrollably. This is a serious medical emergency that requires immediate hospitalization. Body temperatures above 40°C (104°F) are considered life-threatening. ...
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occurs when the body's heat regulating mechanisms ?including convection, sweating, and respiration ?fail. The likelihood of heat stroke increases when air temperatures are higher than skin temperature, and when individuals are low on fluids. Body temperatures can be raised to the point at which brain damage and death can result unless cooling measures are quickly taken.
Ãâó: www.epa.gov/heatisland/resources/glossary.html
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| heat stroke |
a condition resulting from excessive exposure to intense heat, characterized by high fever, collapse, and sometimes convulsions or coma.
Ãâó: www.pnl.gov/atmos_sciences/Cdw/Glossary.html
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| heat stroke |
Medical condition caused by elevated body temperature where the body's internal organs begin to shut down because of excessive heat. Heat stroke is a serious medical condition and requires immediate medical care.
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| heat stroke |
Body temperature rises and body does not perspire to reduce temperature.
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