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10 Treatments for Heat Emergencies

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1	Prescribed Medications

1	Over the Counter Medications

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Self Care

Overview

Heat emergencies are health crises caused by exposure to hot weather and sun. Heat emergencies have three stages: heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heatstroke. All three stages are serious. If left untreated, the first two stages can lead to heats[read article]

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Tests for Heat Emergencies

1. Electrolyte Panel Electrolytes are positively and negatively charged molecules, called ions, that are found within cells, between cells, in the bloodstream, and in other fluids throu... More
2. History and Physical Exam A physical examination is a routine test your doctor performs to check your overall health. It is also known as a wellness check. A physical examination helps your ... More
3. Serum Sodium Test A sodium blood test is a routine test to help your doctor learn more about your health. It is also called a serum sodium test. Sodium is a mineral essential to your... More
4. Myoglobin Urine Test A myoglobin urine measurement is a test used to detect the amount of the protein myoglobin in the urine. There are several reasons why this test might be ordered. I... More
5. Urine urea Test
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Prescribed Medications for Heat Emergencies

1. sodium chloride(Saljet Rinse , others...) Close
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Over the Counter Medications for Heat Emergencies

1. sodium chloride(Broncho Saline )
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Self Care for Heat Emergencies

1. Cold Water Bath Hydrotherapy Water has been used medicinally for thousands of years, with traditions rooted in ancient China, Japan, India, Rome, Greece, the Americas, and the Middle East. Ther... More
2. Hydrotherapy with Cold Packs or Compresses Hydrotherapy, or water therapy, is the use of water (hot, cold, steam, or ice) to relieve discomfort and promote physical well-being. More
3. Elevation of Leg
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