Signs of Heat Exhaustion
4. Sweating
It is entirely natural to sweat in warmer-than-average temperatures, and sweating should not be an automatic alarm that you are in danger of heat exhaustion. An early sign of heat exhaustion, however, is profuse sweating and clammy skin. If you are experiencing heavy, uncontrollable sweating, then you might be at risk of heat exhaustion. However, before you panic, pay attention to your other symptoms. Sometimes your body’s internal signals are the best indicator of trouble.
Running around on a hot day is going to cause an abnormal amount of sweating, but that doesn’t indicate a heat-related illness. On the other hand, profuse sweating while doing minimal labor in combination with dizziness and nausea is a strong indication that something is wrong. Actively monitor your body’s responses to the environment and assess your symptoms. Don’t jump to conclusions.
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