Editing Mountaineering (section)

=== Heat-related conditions ===
Exposure to hot environments or activities involving exertion cause heat to build up in the body. A [[heat-related illness]] can occur when the body is unable to lose that heat through the skin.<ref name="freedom" />

Problems that can arise from this type of exposure include [[heat cramps]], [[heat exhaustion]], and [[heat stroke]]. Common symptoms of heat exhaustion include headaches, cool and clammy skin, dizziness, fatigue, nausea, thirst, and rapid pulse. The best treatment is resting with feet elevated, replenishing fluids, and removing excess clothing.<ref name="freedom" /><ref name=":0">{{Cite book |last=Carline |first=Jan D. |url=http://worldcat.org/oclc/1131535523 |title=Mountaineering first aid : a guide to accident response and first aid care |date=2004 |publisher=Mountaineers Books |isbn=0-89886-878-5 |oclc=1131535523}}</ref>

Common symptoms of heat stroke can be an altered state of mind, rapid pulse and respiratory rate, headache, hot skin, loss of coordination, and possible seizures. This is a life-threatening illness that must be dealt with right away. While mountaineering, snow and ice can be used to cool the body and head.<ref name="freedom" /><ref name=":0" />