What are the symptoms of heat exhaustion.?

Question

I work in the oil and gas field. A typical day most days are 7:00 am til dark I live in Oklahoma where its not only hot but humid as well. Two summers ago I felt some wierd feelings. Dizzy, cold not sweating. I went home that day and it took me three days to get my energy back. Last summer and this summer too I have developed some new symptoms while working. Like dizzy, burning feeling in both arms my jaws get real tight, my heart starts pound real hard I feel like passing out everytime this happens. April,24, 2006 I did pass out. The docters said it was just anxiety. They gave me meds for this. Meds wasnt helping me and I continued to feel this feeling and passing out. Another doc. said I had lyme disease because I was bit by a tick in march. So, we did a ct,mri eeg ekg still cant find nothin. And I have searched looked and dug up everything I can find. And yes It is still happening. I went back to work two weeks ago three days in I had another attack. Does anyone know whats going on.

Answer 1

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
Heat stroke is a form of hyperthermia (abnormally elevated body temperature) with accompanying physical and neurological symptoms. Unlike heat cramps and heat exhaustion, two less-severe forms of hyperthermia, heat stroke is a true medical emergency that can be fatal if not properly and promptly treated.

The body normally generates heat as a result of metabolism, and the body is usually able to dissipate the heat by either radiation of heat through the skin or by evaporation of sweat. However, in extreme heat, high humidity, or vigorous exertion under the sun, the body may not be able to dissipate the heat and the body temperature rises, sometimes up to 106 degrees Fahrenheit or higher. Another cause of heat stroke is dehydration. A dehydrated person may not be able to sweat fast enough to dissipate heat, which causes the body temperature to rise.

The population most susceptible to hear strokes are infants, the elderly (often with associated heart diseases, lung diseases, kidney diseases, or on certain medications that make them vulnerable to heat strokes), and athletes, or outdoor workers physically exerting themselves under the sun.

What are heat stroke symptoms?

Symptoms of heat stroke can sometimes mimic those of heart attack or other conditions. Sometimes a person experiences symptoms of heart exhaustion before progressing to heart strokes. Symptoms of heat exhaustion may include nausea, vomiting, fatigue, weakness, headache, muscle cramps and aches, and dizziness. However some individuals can develop symptoms of heat stroke suddenly and rapidly without warning.

Different people may have different symptoms and signs of heat stroke. But common symptoms and signs of heart stroke include:

high body temperature
the absence of sweating, with hot red or flushed dry skin
rapid pulse
difficulty breathing
strange behavior
hallucinations
confusion
agitation
disorientation
seizure
coma
How do you treat a heat stroke victim?

Victims of heat stroke must receive immediate treatment to avoid permanent organ damage. First and foremost, cool the victim. Get the victim to a shady area, remove clothing, apply cool or tepid water to the skin (for example you may spray the victim with cool water from a garden hose), fan the victim to promote sweating and evaporation, place ice packs under armpits and groins. Monitor body temperature with a thermometer and continue cooling efforts until the body temperature drops to 101-102 degrees. Always notify emergency services (911) immediately. If their arrival is delayed, they can give you further instructions for treatment of the victim.

The most important measures to prevent heat strokes are to avoid becoming dehydrated, and to avoid vigorous physical activities in hot and humid weather. If you have to perform physical activities in hot weather, drink plenty of fluids (such as water and Gatorade), but avoid alcohol, coffee, and tea which may lead to dehydration. Take frequent breaks to hydrate yourself. Wear hats, and light colored, and light and loose clothes.

Answer 2

Hey I live in AZ and I have had a few times where I was suffering from heat exhaustion, its almost like you are about to pass out and you get sick to your stomach and dizzy ... I have never experienced Chest discomfort or pain.. that does not sound like a heat related ailment.... I would get checked out. Did you eat a good meal today? and what where you doing when this happened? I think you should really consider getting checked.. You are too young to have symptoms like this for no reason whatsoever.. Be careful otherwise ...

Answer 3

Heat exhaustion has one or more of the symptoms--muscle cramps,exhaustion,weakness,vertigo,headache,loss of appetite (even thirst )vomiting sensation ,vomiting.Heat exhaustion occurs more severely in white people.Salt and water are the best remedies.Rest salty water with glucose or coconut water with a pinch of salt is refreshing.

Answer 4

Often pale with cool, moist skin
Sweating profusely
Feels faint or has collapsed
May be complaining of headache, weakness, thirst, and nausea
Core (rectal) temperature elevated—usually more than 100°F—and the pulse rate increased

Answer 5

increased heart rate
a headache
dizziness
weakness
nausea
feeling faint or fainting
becoming pale
clammy, cool skin
quickened breathing
dramatic increase in pulse
Ignoring heat exhaustion leads to heat stroke (which is very dangerous).

Answer 6

Have you considered an inner ear ailment? Most all your episodes included dizziness?