The Effects of Hyperthermia Can Occur At Any Time

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  Normal body temperature is around 98.6 F or 37 degrees C.  When the heat index rises and we are unable to dissipate our internal body heat fast enough to keep our core temperature at normal levels, hyperthermia can result.   Progression of symptoms can occur quickly in the summer sun.  As the core temperature approaches 40 degrees celsius confusion sets in.   Headaches or stomach aches and nausea are common.  Without adequate hydration, the body's ability to sweat is compromised resulting in a further rise in temperature. 

Immediate treatment includes cooling the body through removing heat retaining garments and cooling the skin.    Some experts recommend drinking cool liquids, but water should be the mainstay here. 
If you suspect that someone around you is developing hyperthermia get them out of the heat and make sure they have access to water.  Hyperthermia is a medical emergency.  Don't hesitate to get emergency help immediately through calling 911 or your local hospital.

Got Spinal Stenosis - Surgery May Help

postdateiconSunday, 24 February 2008 22:16 | postdateiconLast Updated on Sunday, 20 July 2008 04:50 | postauthoriconWritten by Administrator | Print | Hits: 2087

In some people the space available for the spinal nerves running from the brain to muscle and skin diminishes.  This usually happens with degenerative changes in the lower back that can inflame the small joints.  The continual inflamation can cause growth in bone spurs that narrow the spinal canal (stenosis).  A recent study headed by researchers at the Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, NH, suggests that surgery in certain instances may result in better outcomes in patients suffering from stenosis in the lower back. 

The study, which was conducted in conjuction with researchers at 13 US spine clinics followed patients for two years.  The main outcome measure assessed pain and physical functioning.   In this particular study the standard surgical procedure was the removal of bone (laminectomy) and soft tissue contributing to the tightness.  

Fusions (turning two adjoining bones into one bone) and instrumentation (placing hardware to increase the likelihood of fusion) were not performed in the majority of cases.   The study showed a "significant advantage" for surgery as reported by patients 3 months post surgery and which continued through two years.  

Patients interested in a complete review of the data may find it in the February 21, 2008 edition of the New England Journal of Medicine.

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