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(T67.4) Heat exhaustion due to salt depletion
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103 649 in individuals diagnosis heat exhaustion due to salt depletion confirmed
Diagnosis heat exhaustion due to salt depletion is diagnosed Men are 22.97% more likely than Women
63 727
Men receive the diagnosis heat exhaustion due to salt depletion
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis heat exhaustion due to salt depletion
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease heat exhaustion due to salt depletion - 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 due to salt depletion
Absence or low individual and public risk
Heat exhaustion due to salt depletion - what does this mean
Heat exhaustion due to salt depletion is caused by a severe loss of salt and water from the body due to excessive sweating during hot weather. this can lead to dehydration, electrolyte imbalance, and low blood pressure, which can cause symptoms such as dizziness, fatigue, nausea, and confusion.
What happens during the disease - heat exhaustion due to salt depletion
Heat exhaustion due to salt depletion occurs when the body is unable to maintain a proper balance of electrolytes, leading to dehydration and a decrease in blood volume. this can be caused by excessive sweating, inadequate fluid intake, and/or excessive salt loss. as a result, the body is unable to regulate its temperature, leading to symptoms such as dizziness, headaches, confusion, nausea, and fatigue. treatment includes replenishing fluids and electrolytes, as well as rest and cooling measures.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Take a medical history and physical examination, including vital signs.
- Perform a urinalysis to check for dehydration.
- Measure electrolyte levels, including sodium, potassium, and chloride.
- Perform a blood test to measure the body's acid-base balance.
- Perform a sweat test to measure the amount of salt lost in sweat.
- Perform an echocardiogram to assess the heart's structure and function.
- Perform an electrocardiogram to measure the heart's electrical activity.
- Perform an imaging scan to check for any underlying causes.
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: Rehydrate the patient and restore electrolyte balance.
- Provide fluids to the patient orally or intravenously
- Administer electrolyte solutions
- Monitor the patient's vital signs
- Provide rest and cool environment
- Provide light snacks with carbohydrates and salt
- Encourage the patient to drink small sips of fluids frequently
- Monitor urine output
7 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Heat exhaustion due to salt depletion - Prevention
To prevent heat exhaustion due to salt depletion, it is important to drink plenty of fluids, especially those containing electrolytes such as sports drinks, and to avoid excessive sweating and exposure to high temperatures. additionally, it is important to monitor the amount of salt in the body, as salt depletion can lead to heat exhaustion. eating salty snacks or adding salt to meals can help restore salt levels.