Hypothermia

About- Hypothermia is a condition that occurs when your body temperature drops below 95°F.
 
Symptoms-
Hypothermia Clumsiness
Hypothermia Confusion
Hypothermia Coordination problem
Hypothermia Drowsiness
Hypothermia Excessive urination
Hypothermia Exhaustion
Hypothermia Fast heart rate (tachycardia)
Hypothermia Loss of memory
Hypothermia Pale skin color
Hypothermia Poor judgment
Hypothermia Rapid breathing (tachypnea)
Hypothermia Shivering
Hypothermia Sleepiness
Hypothermia Slow, shallow breathing
Hypothermia Slurred speech or mumbling
Hypothermia Unconsciousness
Hypothermia Weak pulse
 
Causes-
Cold weather is the primary cause of Hypothermia
 
Risk Factors
Hypothermia Aging
Hypothermia Alcoholism
Hypothermia Anorexia nervosa
Hypothermia Arthritis
Hypothermia Certain medications including antidepressants, antipsychotics, narcotic pain medications, and sedatives
Hypothermia Diabetes
Hypothermia Drug abuse
Hypothermia Exhaustion
Hypothermia Mental illness like dementia
Hypothermia Parkinson's disease
Hypothermia Peripheral neuropathy
Hypothermia Poor nutrition
Hypothermia Spinal cord injuries
Hypothermia Stroke
Hypothermia An underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism)
Hypothermia Young children
 
Specialists to visit
Hypothermia General Physician
Hypothermia Critical care medicine

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References
https://www.mayoclinic.org
https://en.wikipedia.org
https://www.healthline.com
https://www.webmd.com
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com
https://www.medicinenet.com
https://www.nhs.uk
https://my.clevelandclinic.org

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