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Heat-Related Problems

Many of us live in or visit regions where sunburn, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke are summer health risks. If you live in a hot region, the heat can affect your health all year round. The three phases of heat-related problems are heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke.


Symptoms

Prevention

First Aid

Heat Cramps

Heat Exhaustion

Heat Stroke

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Heat-Related Problems
Symptoms of heat exhaustion Symptoms can usually be treated at home. If symptoms persist, you should call your doctor for advice.
Muscle pain or spasms in legs, abdomen, or shoulders Symptoms can usually be treated at home. If symptoms persist, you should call your doctor for advice.
Symptoms of heat exhaustion—not better after a half hour of self-care Symptoms need to be evaluated by a doctor. When you call to make an appointment, your doctor will help you determine how soon you need to be seen. 
Heat exposure with fever or frequent vomiting Symptoms need to be evaluated by a doctor. When you call to make an appointment, your doctor will help you determine how soon you need to be seen. 
Dry mouth, increased thirst, severe dizziness, scant or no urinary output Symptoms in this category are serious and should usually be seen within 2 hours. Depending on your health insurance, you may choose to call your doctor to determine if you should be seen in the doctor’s office, in an urgent care center, or in an emergency room. 
Hot, red skin; absence of sweat; fever; rapid, shallow breathing Symptoms in this category are life threatening and require immediate medical treatment.

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