August 7, 200719 yr No...can you give us details, though, so that people will know what to look for? (I just had CPR/First Aid training last week and this is one that people tend to overlook and wait until they are in trouble)
August 7, 200719 yr I have never had heat exhaustion but I feel like I have came very close before! What was it like?
August 7, 200719 yr We had a guy suffer from heat stroke in boot camp. Pretty scary stuff. Though he did get to spend a day or so in a bathtub full of ice.
August 7, 200719 yr Had my first experience of this and boy was it tough. Anyone else ever had this?Hope you feel better TD and back to normal soon....:thumb: Stay hydrated.
August 7, 200719 yr Heat exhaustion is a milder form of heat-related illness that can develop after several days of exposure to high temperatures and inadequate or unbalanced replacement of fluids. Those most prone to heat exhaustion are elderly people, people with high blood pressure, and people working or exercising in a hot environment. Recognizing Heat Exhaustion Warning signs of heat exhaustion include: heavy sweating paleness muscle cramps tiredness weakness dizziness headache nausea or vomiting fainting The skin may be cool and moist. The victim's pulse rate will be fast and weak, and breathing will be fast and shallow. If heat exhaustion is untreated, it may progress to heat stroke. Seek medical attention immediately if: symptoms are severe, or the victim has heart problems or high blood pressure. Otherwise, help the victim to cool off, and seek medical attention if symptoms worsen or last longer than 1 hour. What to Do Cooling measures that may be effective include: cool, non-alcoholic beverages, as directed by your physician rest cool shower, bath, or sponge bath an air-conditioned environment Lightweight clothing
August 7, 200719 yr I experienced this condition once when I was 12. It was in August (I think). I used to mow yards as a kid. I had been mowing all day long (push mower) on a very hot day. Late in the afternoon, I began to feel very dizzy and lethargic. I shut off the mower and sat down in the shade and began to feel very nausious and developed a severe headache. The homeowner brought me some water to help cool me down but it didn't really make me feel any better. I finally made my way home and basically laid around the house for a couple of days with a really bad headache.
August 7, 200719 yr We had a guy suffer from heat stroke in boot camp. Pretty scary stuff. Though he did get to spend a day or so in a bathtub full of ice. At The Basic School, we regularly had folks go down with heat exhaustion and heat stroke particularly when we'd go on our "little hikes" in full combat gear (as a big person, I always got stuck carrying the mortar plate:madman:). Pretty serious stuff. Although some times the treatment I thought was worse than the ailment. They quickly strip off the inflicted's trousers and cram a bag of ice into his crotch area :scared: to lower the body temperature as quickly as possible. I cringed everytime I saw that happen and I made real sure I kept very hydrated.
August 7, 200719 yr There are basically three kinds of heat related conditions. An individual preforming work in a hot environment will lose 1-2 liters of water an hour. Heat Cramps Very common in extreme hot climates. Causes painful muscle cramps, caused by rapid water and salt lose due to excessive sweating. Treatment is basic: take a break out of the heat and drink water to replace the water lost. The cramps are caused by the sodium lose. Heat Exhaustion If heat cramps are not treated, a person will progress to heat exhaustion. Heat exhaustion is the most common kind of heat related illnesses. A person experiencing heat exhaustion has reached dehydration, due to not drinking enough water while being in extreme heat. Sings and symptoms include: decreased urine output, rapid heart rate, nausea and vomiting, dizziness, possible syncope (passing out), headache, and muscle cramps. A person experiencing heat exhaustion will need medical attention for fluid/sodium replacement by IV. Heat Stroke If heat cramps and heat exhaustion are not treated heat stroke will occur. Heat stroke occurs when the body loses the ability to regulate body temperature. A person experiencing heat stroke will commonly have a core temperature of at least 105 F, will lose the ability to sweat, and become disoriented, rapid heart rate, low blood pressure, rapid/shallow respiration's, and possible experience seizures. A person experiencing heat stroke should have medical attentions immediately. Death is a real possibility. I hope this helps. Most of all to prevent heat related illness, use common sense. Take frequent breaks out of the heat and drink a moderate amount of water, not an excessive amount, but a moderate amount.
August 7, 200719 yr I felt like I was coming VERY close to this yesterday when my retarded self decided to mow the lawn yesterday afternoon. Needless to say, not one of my smarter decisions. :lol:
August 7, 200719 yr At The Basic School, we regularly had folks go down with heat exhaustion and heat stroke particularly when we'd go on our "little hikes" in full combat gear (as a big person, I always got stuck carrying the mortar plate:madman:). Pretty serious stuff. Although some times the treatment I thought was worse than the ailment. They quickly strip off the inflicted's trousers and cram a bag of ice into his crotch area :scared: to lower the body temperature as quickly as possible. I cringed everytime I saw that happen and I made real sure I kept very hydrated.What's an extra 60 pounds between friends on a lovely North Carolina summer nature walk.
August 7, 200719 yr I played football in the late 60's early 70s. Water was a No No. Very little of it. Salt tablets was given. My son at Male was given water breaks a lot and they could get water anytime they needed it. I waited until almost dark to cut grass. Takes 45 minutes and I was soaked, took a shower and dranked water and ice tea later. I felt bad the rest of the nite. TD, how are you doing, what were you doing?
August 7, 200719 yr Author Heat exhaustion is a milder form of heat-related illness that can develop after several days of exposure to high temperatures and inadequate or unbalanced replacement of fluids. Those most prone to heat exhaustion are elderly people, people with high blood pressure, and people working or exercising in a hot environment. Recognizing Heat Exhaustion Warning signs of heat exhaustion include: heavy sweating paleness muscle cramps tiredness weakness dizziness headache nausea or vomiting fainting The skin may be cool and moist. The victim's pulse rate will be fast and weak, and breathing will be fast and shallow. If heat exhaustion is untreated, it may progress to heat stroke. Seek medical attention immediately if: symptoms are severe, or the victim has heart problems or high blood pressure. Otherwise, help the victim to cool off, and seek medical attention if symptoms worsen or last longer than 1 hour. What to Do Cooling measures that may be effective include: cool, non-alcoholic beverages, as directed by your physician rest cool shower, bath, or sponge bath an air-conditioned environment Lightweight clothing I bolded the things I experienced. The tiredness and headache came later...especially the following day. It was weird because one minute I was fine and the next minute I needed the EMT's to take care of me. Other scary thing that is not listed is my hands & arms became clammy, my chest had a tingling feeling as well.
August 7, 200719 yr Author I played football in the late 60's early 70s. Water was a No No. Very little of it. Salt tablets was given. My son at Male was given water breaks a lot and they could get water anytime they needed it. I waited until almost dark to cut grass. Takes 45 minutes and I was soaked, took a shower and dranked water and ice tea later. I felt bad the rest of the nite. TD, how are you doing, what were you doing? I am doing better still a little tired. Can't tell you what I was doing or I have to kill you :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: ! I was working when it happened.
August 7, 200719 yr I bolded the things I experienced. The tiredness and headache came later...especially the following day. It was weird because one minute I was fine and the next minute I needed the EMT's to take care of me. Other scary thing that is not listed is my hands & arms became clammy, my chest had a tingling feeling as well. Read the little paragraph below your bolded items. It talks about the skin being coool and moist. I'm glad you started this thread TD. People just don't understand what the heat can do to you.
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