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(T67.3) Heat exhaustion, anhydrotic
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103 649 in individuals diagnosis heat exhaustion, anhydrotic confirmed
Diagnosis heat exhaustion, anhydrotic is diagnosed Men are 22.97% more likely than Women
63 727
Men receive the diagnosis heat exhaustion, anhydrotic
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis heat exhaustion, anhydrotic
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease heat exhaustion, anhydrotic - Men and Women aged 10-14
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any ageLess common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Disease Features heat exhaustion, anhydrotic
Absence or low individual and public risk
Heat exhaustion, anhydrotic - what does this mean
Heat exhaustion, anhydrotic is a form of heat exhaustion caused by dehydration due to excessive sweating. it is characterized by a drop in blood pressure, dizziness, nausea, and fatigue. it can be caused by physical activity in hot weather, inadequate fluid intake, and certain medications or medical conditions. treatment involves replenishing fluids and electrolytes and cooling the body with rest and cooling measures.
What happens during the disease - heat exhaustion, anhydrotic
Heat exhaustion, anhydrotic is a heat-related illness caused by prolonged exposure to hot and humid weather. it is characterized by a rapid decrease in the body's ability to sweat and cool itself down. this can lead to a rapid rise in body temperature and dehydration. symptoms include dizziness, fatigue, nausea, and headache. treatment involves rehydration with fluids and electrolytes, cooling the body down with cool compresses, and rest.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Take a medical history and physical examination
- Perform a blood test to check for electrolyte imbalances
- Perform a urine test to check for dehydration
- Perform a skin test to check for dehydration
- Perform an X-ray to check for signs of dehydration
- Perform an electrocardiogram (ECG) to check for signs of dehydration
- Perform a chest X-ray to check for signs of dehydration
- Perform a CT scan to check for signs of dehydration
- Perform an MRI scan to check for signs of dehydration
- Perform a sweat test to check for electrolyte imbalances
- Perform an anhydrotic test to check for anhydrotic condition
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To reduce the symptoms of heat exhaustion and anhydrotic.
- Increase fluid intake
- Rest in a cool, shaded area
- Take a cool bath or shower
- Wear light, loose-fitting clothing
- Apply cool compresses to the skin
- Avoid strenuous activity
- Avoid caffeine and alcohol
- Take over-the-counter medications such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen to reduce fever
7 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Heat exhaustion, anhydrotic - Prevention
Heat exhaustion can be prevented by avoiding strenuous physical activity in hot weather, staying hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids, wearing light, loose-fitting clothing, and avoiding caffeine and alcohol. additionally, it is important to take frequent breaks in the shade and to check on elderly or vulnerable individuals who may be at greater risk of developing heat exhaustion.