Heat cramps
Heat cramps, a type of
electrolytes.[1] Heavy sweating causes heat cramps, especially when the water is replaced without also replacing salt or potassium.[2]
Although heat cramps can be quite painful, they usually don't result in permanent damage, though they can be a symptom of heat stroke or heat exhaustion. Heat cramps can indicate a more severe problem in someone with heart disease or if they last for longer than an hour.[2]
In order to prevent them, one may drink electrolyte solutions such as
apples. When heat cramps occur, the affected person should avoid strenuous work and exercise for several hours to allow for recovery.[2]
See also
References
- ^ Auerbach Paul S Wilderness Medicine. 4th ed. St. Louis, Mo: Mosby; 2001:240-316.
- ^ a b c Jacklitsch, Brenda L. (June 29, 2011). "Summer Heat Can Be Deadly for Outdoor Workers". NIOSH: Workplace Safety and Health. Medscape and NIOSH.
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