Question

Is a fever a sign of heat exhaustion?

Answer 1

Yes a fever can be a sign of heat exhaustion.

The fever that is accompanied with heat exhaustion is a temperature of 100 - 102° F which is usually mild and lasts for a short time.

Other signs of heat exhaustion besides the mild fever are weakness, fainting, dizziness, nausea, pale skin and profuse sweating.

If you think you or someone has heat exhaustion you need to seek medical attention right away because heat exhaustion can lead to heat stroke which can then lead to death.

So if in doubt get into a cool place and call for an ambulance if you think you're suffering from heat exhaustion or may be getting a heat stroke coming on.

It's better to have the ambulance check you out and treat you and not need them than it is to get into heat stroke and then need the ambulance or possibly die as a result.

Answer 2

Heat exhaustion is a condition that happens when your body overheats.

Symptoms may include heavy sweating and a rapid pulse.

Heat exhaustion is one of three heat-related illnesses, with heat cramps being the mildest and heatstroke being the most serious.

Throwing up is one of the signs and symptoms of a person experiencing heat exhaustion.

Other signs and symptoms of a person experiencing heat exhaustion are, muscle cramps, diarrhea, nausea and dehydration.

If a person is experiencing vomiting or any of the other symptoms then the heat exhaustion is most likely severe and you should go to the emergency room or get an ambulance on the way since heat exhaustion can be deadly or even cause a stroke.

When someone is experiencing heat exhaustion they may have muscle or abdominal cramps, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Nausea, Fatigue, Headaches, Fainting, Confusion and Dizziness.

A persons urine will usually be dark in color when they're experiencing heat exhaustion and dark colored urine is a sure sign that the person is dehydrated.

Heat exhaustion is a heat related illness that is an emergency and can lead to heat stroke if not treated.

If you or someone are experiencing heat exhaustion you should seek medical attention by getting to the emergency room or contacting 911 as it can be serious.