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Early Warning Signs of Heat Illness*

Dehydration

Heat Exhaustion

Heat Stroke
Symptoms:
bulletThirst
bulletFatigue
bulletIrritability
bulletLoss of Performance
 
bulletMuscle Cramps
bulletNausea
bulletVomiting
Symptoms:
bulletDizziness
bulletRapid Pulse
bulletHeadache
bulletWeakness
 
bulletCold clammy skin
bulletNausea
bulletVomiting
Symptoms:
bulletDangerously high temperature
bulletConfused or disoriented
bulletIrrational behavior
bulletHot dry skin
bulletNausea
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Rehydrate, preferably with a sports drink. The fluid and carbohydrate can prevent fatigue and the sodium may help prevent muscle cramps.

bulletStop activity and massage cramped muscles, if necessary.
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Replace fluids. Rehydration is critical. Rest in a  cool, shaded area until all symptoms have passed.

bulletIf dizziness continues, lie down with your legs elevated to promote circulation and seek appropriate medical attention.
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Get out of the heat and seek immediate medical treatment. Heat stroke is an emergency that calls for fast cooling with ice baths or any other available means.

 

The above symptoms of dehydration, heat exhaustion and heat stroke are not additive, which means an athlete could experience heat stroke in the absence of other symptoms. Seek immediate medical assistance at the first signs of serious or unusual symptoms.

*Taken from "Tackling the Heat - A Hydration Game Plan", a publication from the Gatorade Sports Science Institute.

 

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