Hypothermia Symptoms
Do you have any symptoms of Hypothermia? Do you even know what they are? Learn more about each symptom of this condition below and what to do if you think you may have Hypothermia.
In hypothermia, the heartbeat slows dangerously. If left untreated the heart will stop altogether.
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Symptoms of Hypothermia
Symptoms of hypothermia usually happen gradually. Over time, mental and physical abilities are lessened. The main symptoms of hypothermia are:
- Shivering-increases muscle activity as your body's way to keep you warm.
- Confusion
- Clumsiness
- Memory loss
- Slurred speech
- Drowsiness
- Irritability
- Hallucinations
- Slowed breathing
- Cold, pale skin
- The “umbles”-stumbles, mumbles, fumbles, and grumbles
The situation becomes very dangerous when shivering stops and confusion and drowsiness increase. Hypothermia is deadly because it causes the heartbeat to slow down, become irregular, and eventually stop.
In hypothermia, the heartbeat slows dangerously. If left untreated the heart will stop altogether.
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