At what temperature does heat cause death? Why do organs get damaged in high heat? – Read
Heat wave continues to wreak havoc in most parts of India. Today's temperature was recorded at 52.3 in Mungeshpuri, Delhi. Temperatures in many cities of the country are above 42 degrees. Talking about Indore, the temperature has been above 43. In Bhopal, the temperature has crossed 44. Due to rising temperatures, people of all ages are at high risk of getting heat-related illnesses and sunstroke. More than 48 deaths have occurred in Rajasthan alone due to heat.
At what temperature does heat death occur?
According to experts, the danger arises as soon as the temperature goes above 40 degrees. It is believed that going out in a temperature of 49-50 degrees is like inviting death because people have been seen dying in places like America and Canada at such temperatures. In this temperature, the body starts sweating so much that the body itself is unable to bear it. A life-threatening condition of dehydration develops in the body.
Normally, the temperature of the human body is 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit, which is equivalent to 37 degrees Celsius. It is generally believed that a human can survive for a long time even in a temperature of 108.14 degrees Fahrenheit, which is 42.3 degrees Celsius, provided he keeps drinking water. It becomes difficult to survive in temperatures higher than this.
Why do organs get damaged in extreme heat? Extreme heat causes rapid sweating and heart rate increases rapidly to maintain blood flow and keep the body cool
Dehydration and electrolyte imbalance can cause muscle cramps.Due to extreme heat, rashes start appearing on the skin and the blood inside starts coming out. The chances of blood cells near the skin bursting increases.
Nausea, dizziness, vomiting, diarrhea, headache and fainting occur due to dehydration and electrolyte imbalance.
The body may lose the ability to get rid of excessive heat and all organs may slowly begin to stop functioning.
Heat stroke causes multiple organ failure.
Prolonged exposure to overall high temperatures can cause heatstroke and even death.In the summer season, many problems arise due to dehydration i.e. lack of water and salt in the body.
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