Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke (cont.)
IN THIS ARTICLE
- Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke Overview
- Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke Causes
- Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke Symptoms
- When to Seek Medical Care
- Exams and Tests
- Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke Treatment
- Self-Care at Home
- Medical Treatment
- Next Steps
- Follow-up
- Prevention
- Outlook
- Authors and Editors
Exams and Tests
For a heat exposure emergency, the treating doctor needs some important information:
- Past medical history
- Medicines the patient is currently taking (prescription and over-the-counter)
- Symptoms the patient is experiencing
Blood tests to check for organ damage may be indicated, however, no specific radiologic (imaging) tests are necessary.
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Heat illness is a major cause of preventable morbidity worldwide, especially in regions characterized by high ambient temperatures.
