What is Heat Stroke?
Description of the disease
A heat stroke is a condition caused by overheating of the body, usually due to prolonged exposure to high temperatures.
Classification
- Simple heat stroke
- Moderate heat stroke
- Severe heat stroke
Symptoms
Symptoms of heat stroke may include headache, dizziness, nausea, extreme thirst, loss of consciousness, and others.
Causes
Causes of heat stroke include prolonged exposure to the sun, high humidity, inadequate fluid intake, and other factors.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of heat stroke is based on symptoms plus body temperature measurement.
Treatment
Treatment includes body cooling, replenishment of lost fluids, and in some cases hospitalization.
Prevention
Prevention of heat stroke includes caution when in the sun, intake of adequate water, wearing light clothing, and other measures.
Doctor
The physician treating heat stroke is a general practitioner or endocrinologist.