Guide To Heat-Related Illnesses

Heat Exhaustion

Heat exhaustion isn't as immediately life-threatening as heat stroke, but it's still a serious illness that requires prompt medical treatment. The most dangerous thing about heat exhaustion is if it's not treated, it can lead to heat stroke. Strenuous physical activity and high temperatures can cause the condition, especially if they're combined with high levels of humidity. Individuals can prevent heat exhaustion by hydrating, resting, and paying attention to their body. If an individual thinks they have heat exhaustion, they should stop their physical activity immediately. Then, they should drink sports drinks or cool water and move into the shade or an air-conditioned area. Heat exhaustion presents with multiple symptoms including heavy sweating, cool skin with goosebumps, dizziness, faintness, weak and rapid pulse, fatigue, muscle cramps, headache, nausea, and a drop in blood pressure when standing.

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