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- Dictionaryhypothermia/ˌhʌɪpə(ʊ)ˈθəːmɪə/
noun
- 1. the condition of having an abnormally (typically dangerously) low body temperature: "she was suffering from hypothermia"
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Apr 16, 2024 · Hypothermia is a condition that occurs when core body temperature drops below 95 degrees Fahrenheit (35 degrees Celsius). It is a medical emergency. In hypothermia (hi-poe-THUR-me-uh), the body loses heat faster than it can produce heat, causing a dangerously low body temperature.
Hypothermia is often defined as any body temperature below 35.0 °C (95.0 °F). With this method it is divided into degrees of severity based on the core temperature.
Oct 22, 2023 · Hypothermia happens when you have long exposure to cold weather and your body temperature drops dangerously low. Symptoms include shivering, slow breathing, mental...
Aug 17, 2023 · Overview. What is hypothermia? Hypothermia, or low body temperature, is a condition that occurs when your body’s temperature drops below 95 degrees Fahrenheit (35 degrees Celsius). The average normal body temperature is 98.6 F (37 C). Hypothermia is a medical emergency.
Nov 1, 2019 · Hypothermia is a condition that occurs when your body temperature drops below 95°F. Major complications can result from this drop in temperature, including death. Hypothermia is...
Jan 19, 2024 · Hypothermia is defined as a drop in body temperature below 35 °C. The condition is common in cold geographic areas and during cooler months, though it can also develop in locations with milder climates. Hypothermia affects all organ systems. Presenting symptoms depend on the severity of the condition.
Apr 24, 2023 · Hypothermia is a condition involving a low body temperature, usually below 95°F (35°C). Shivering, pale skin, unclear speech, and a fast heart rate can be signs of hypothermia. It...
