Hyperthermia: meaning, definitions and examples
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hyperthermia
[ หhaษชpษrหฮธษหrmiษ ]
medical condition
Hyperthermia is a medical condition characterized by an excessively high body temperature, usually due to prolonged exposure to or physical exertion in high temperatures. It occurs when the body absorbs more heat than it dissipates, leading to potentially dangerous elevations in body temperature. This condition can lead to serious health risks, including heat exhaustion and heat stroke, which can be life-threatening if not treated promptly. Common symptoms include heavy sweating, weakness, headache, dizziness, and nausea.
Synonyms
heat illness, heat stroke, overheating
Examples of usage
- The athlete suffered from hyperthermia during the marathon.
- Hyperthermia can be a serious risk in hot climates.
- Symptoms of hyperthermia include confusion and rapid heartbeat.
Translations
Translations of the word "hyperthermia" in other languages:
๐ต๐น hipertermia
๐ฎ๐ณ เค เคคเฅเคฏเคงเคฟเค เคคเคพเคชเคฎเคพเคจ
๐ฉ๐ช Hyperthermie
๐ฎ๐ฉ hipertermia
๐บ๐ฆ ะณัะฟะตััะตัะผัั
๐ต๐ฑ hipertermia
๐ฏ๐ต ้ซไฝๆธฉ็
๐ซ๐ท hyperthermie
๐ช๐ธ hipertermia
๐น๐ท hipertermi
๐ฐ๐ท ๊ณ ์ฒด์จ์ฆ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุญู ู ุดุฏูุฏุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ hypertermie
๐ธ๐ฐ hypertermia
๐จ๐ณ ้ซ็ญ
๐ธ๐ฎ hipertermija
๐ฎ๐ธ ofhitnun
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะณะธะฟะตััะตัะผะธั
๐ฌ๐ช แฐแแแแ แขแแ แแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ hipertermiya
๐ฒ๐ฝ hipertermia
Etymology
The term 'hyperthermia' originates from the Greek words 'hyper', meaning 'over' or 'excessive', and 'thermia', derived from 'thermos', meaning 'heat'. The first documented use of the term appears in medical literature in the early 20th century as researchers began to understand the effects of heat on the human body. Initially, hyperthermia was primarily associated with heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Over time, advancements in medical science allowed for a more nuanced understanding of the physiological processes involved in heat-related illnesses. As awareness of the risks associated with global warming and extreme heat events has increased, hyperthermia has garnered attention in public health discussions, emphasizing the importance of prevention and education regarding heat-related risks.