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Fields of Study > animal and human health > diseases and disorders (animals and humans) > animal injuries > heat stress disorders > heat exhaustion
Animals, Livestock, One Health > animal and human health > diseases and disorders (animals and humans) > animal injuries > heat stress disorders > heat exhaustion
Research, Technology, Methods > pathological processes and conditions > wounds and injuries > animal injuries > heat stress disorders > heat exhaustion
Preferred Term:

heat exhaustion

Definition:
A clinical syndrome caused by heat stress, such as over-exertion in a hot environment or excessive exposure to sun. It is characterized by sweating, water (volume) depletion, salt depletion, cool clammy skin, nausea, and headache.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Full
Broader Concept:
heat stress disorders
Entry Terms:
  • heat prostration
  • heat collapse
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/82421
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