What Is Anhidrosis?
8. Complications
The most important complications of hypohidrosis or anhidrosis is due to heat-related issues as the body is unable to cool itself off via sweating. This is especially true among children as their core temperature increases faster compared to adults. Their bodies are also less efficient in releasing heat. Some of the complications include heat cramps where the affected person experiences muscle spasms or pain.
Heat exhaustion can lead to tachycardia, nausea, and weakness. It is a medical emergency. As previously mentioned, another complication that can occur is heatstroke where the body temperature increases leading to loss of consciousness. In all these complications, the affected individual should be moved to the shade, supplemental oxygen provided, and intravenous fluids administered.
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