Heat Exhaustion is a life threatening illness that can occur after you’ve been exposed to high temperatures, and it often is accompanied by dehydration. It’s important to stay out of the heat as much as possible and drink plenty of water throughout the day. Heat exhaustion is especially dangerous in elderly and infants.
Signs and symptoms to look for include:
- Fatigue
- Confusion
- Dizziness
- Fainting
- Headache
- Muscle or abdominal cramps
- Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
- Pale skin
- profusely
- Rapid heart rate
- Dark colored urine
If you experience any of these symptoms please seek immediate care at your nearest Emergency or Urgent care facility.