Side Effects Of Heat On Your Body

Healthshots By Arushi Bidhuri Published Mar 15, 2023

A heatwave in several Indian cities has been announced by officials. Know the side effects of too much heat on your body.

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Heat Exhaustion

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Heat exhaustion is the body's reaction to a significant loss of water and salt due to sweating.

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Heat Stroke

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One of the most serious side effects of heat is heat stroke. It can make your body temperature rise to 106°F within 10-15 minutes.

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Heat Cramps

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Heat cramps are excruciating, uncontrollable muscle spasms that happen during strenuous exercise in hot climates. The loss of fluid and electrolytes is a major factor in heat cramps.

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Sunburn

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Sunburn is inflamed and painful skin that feels too hot to touch. It frequently develops when you spend too much time in the sun.

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Heat Rash

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Heat rash occurs when your skin pores become blocked and sweat can't escape. It mostly affects children and adults.

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Working out during heatwave? Here’s how to cool down after exercising

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Side Effects Of Heat On Your Body

A heatwave in several Indian cities has been announced by officials. Know the side effects of too much heat on your body.

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Heat Exhaustion

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Heat exhaustion is the body's reaction to a significant loss of water and salt due to sweating.

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Heat Stroke

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One of the most serious side effects of heat is heat stroke. It can make your body temperature rise to 106°F within 10-15 minutes.

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Heat Cramps

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Heat cramps are excruciating, uncontrollable muscle spasms that happen during strenuous exercise in hot climates. The loss of fluid and electrolytes is a major factor in heat cramps.

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Sunburn

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Sunburn is inflamed and painful skin that feels too hot to touch. It frequently develops when you spend too much time in the sun.

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Heat Rash

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Heat rash occurs when your skin pores become blocked and sweat can't escape. It mostly affects children and adults.

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Working out during heatwave? Here’s how to cool down after exercising

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