What temp hypothermia?

Are you feeling cold? Well, that’s not surprising considering it is winter in most parts of the world. But wait! Is your body temperature dropping below the normal range? If yes, then there are chances of Hypothermia.

Hypothermia – it’s a fancy word for being dangerously cold!

We all know how uncomfortable and irritating can be when our body temperature drops for an extended period. However, do you know what happens behind the scenes when your body temperature falls too low?

This article will answer all your questions on hypothermia from definition to causes, symptoms, management to prevention strategies.

What is Hypothermia?

First things first – what is hypothermia?

Well if we go by text-book definition – ‘Hypothermia’ refers to a medical condition caused due to excessive heat loss leading to a decrease in core body temperature below 35°C or 95°F.

In simple words – Imagine freezing like hell just because you couldn’t keep yourself warm enough!

Now let me ask one question: Have you ever visited ice hotels somewhere around Christmas holidays? If no (I mean come on dude!), but seriously have you wondered how people manage staying at such places without undergoing severe damage due to low temperatures?

Yes! They take adequate measures as their final solution.

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Causes

It wouldn’t be difficult guessing that cold exposure is the main cause of hypothermia; however, several other factors lead up increasing risk factor:

  • Windchill
  • Inadequate heating system
  • Poor insulation
  • Wet Clothing(not limited soaking shirt)
  • Immobility
    and many more….

Accordingly evaluating those primary reasons always results in successful treatment plan formation.

One important thing worth mentioning here is that age plays a significant role in hypothermal conditions’ development. Very young children or elderly people with underlying conditions like diabetes, heart diseases etc., may be predisposed to hypothermia even if the temperature outside is only moderately cold.

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Symptoms

Just as every coin has two side, likewise hypothermia also comes with few notable symptoms that are worth looking out for:

Symptoms of mild hypothermia include:
Confusion
Shivering and shaking uncontrollably
Sleepiness or exhaustion

On the other hand, here is a list of moderate-severe stage symptoms you should keep an eye on:

Hypothermia Temperature Symptoms
33°C -35°C or 91°F-95°F Slow breathing; Pulse reduced
28°C –32 °C or81.5 F-89.6°F Unconsciousness;coma; Heart rhythm disturbance

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Treatment

First things first! Whenever hypothesia get observed in one’s body it’s important to undertake therapeutic measures without any delay.

A “LAZY PERSON’S GUIDE” to treat Hypothermal casualties go like this :

1) Pre-hospital treatment
Handle patient gently
Transport to a sheltered spot

But what about those who wish not die alone after being recognized the condition ?
Let’s see that too!

2) Hospital-based Medical care
Necessary vital signs measurement (Temperature Reading,blood pressure reading)
Treatment protocols such as warming blankets , warm intravenous fluid monitoring,pain management
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Prevention strategies

An ounce of prevention is far more effective than cure! Do I agree?

Here are some precautionary measures you can take & must implement immediately:-

  • Wear enough clothing layers. Refrain wearing too tight clothes to impede blood flow.
    A small caveat: Proper covering & use of hats, gloves or mittens can prevent significant heat loss from the body.

  • Keep hydrated.Always keep warm beverages handy like soup, tea,warm choco. Hydration is important!

Last and not least –

  • Always try if you have a safe way out, OR relocate yourself with no interruption in heating facilities

So there you go – now you know what hypothermia is all about, symptoms,and precautions that come in effect only after its inception.all.

Stay Warm Folks!

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Final Closing Thoughts

So now as we conclude this article let’s recollect hot pakoras on winter evenings to ward off those ever-creepy colds or chilling sensation down your spine.
Still quite enough for here..Until then Incase your hands feel numb “Rub them.”

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