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Heat Exhaustion  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • A clinical syndrome caused by heat stress, such as over-exertion in a hot environment or excessive exposure to sun. It is characterized by SWEATING, water (volume) depletion, salt depletion, cool clammy skin, NAUSEA, and HEADACHE.

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Entry terms

  • Heat Prostration

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