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Dermatophagia (from Ancient Greek δέρμα — lit. skin and φαγεία lit. eating) or dermatodaxia (from δήξις, lit. biting) [3] is a compulsion disorder of gnawing or biting one's own skin, most commonly at the fingers. This action can either be conscious or unconscious [4] and it is considered to be a type of pica. Those affected with dermatophagia typically bite the skin around ...
Heat stroke is a clinical diagnosis, based on signs and symptoms. It is diagnosed based on an elevated core body temperature (usually above 40 degrees Celsius), a history of heat exposure or physical exertion, and neurologic dysfunction. [5]
Here’s what to know about the signs of heat stroke and heat exhaustion. Signs and symptoms. Heat-related illnesses occur when the temperature of the body rises so rapidly that it cannot cool ...
Heat intolerance is a symptom characterized by feeling overheated in warm environments or when the surrounding environment's temperature rises. [1] Typically, the person feels uncomfortably hot and sweats excessively. Compared to heat illnesses like heatstroke, heat intolerance is usually a symptom of endocrine disorders, drugs, or other ...
Experts explain why aging people are more vulnerable to heat-related illnesses and their recommendations for staying cool when shade is not an option.
Common medications may make you more susceptible to heat-related illnesses. Here, experts share which ones contribute to dehydration and temperature dysregulation.
Erythema ab igne ( Latin for 'redness from fire') EAI, also known as hot water bottle rash, [2] is a skin condition caused by long-term exposure to heat ( infrared radiation ). [3] Prolonged thermal radiation exposure to the skin can lead to the development of reticulated erythema, hyperpigmentation, scaling, and telangiectasias in the affected area. Some people may complain of mild itchiness ...
Dehydration also reduces blood flow and magnifies cardiac problems, Jay said. Attacking the brain. Heat also affects the brain. It can cause a person to have confusion, or trouble thinking ...