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Heat intolerance





Heat intolerance

Definition:

Heat intolerance is the inability to be comfortable when external temperatures rise.


Alternative Names:
Sensitivity to heat; Intolerance to heat
Considerations:

Heat intolerance often produces a feeling of being overheated and can produce heavy sweating. Heat intolerance usually comes on slowly and persists long-term.


Common Causes:
  • Thyrotoxicosis (excess thyroid hormone, which increases the basal metabolic rate, causing body temperature to rise)
  • Amphetamines such as appetite suppressants
  • Caffeine
  • Menopause




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