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Sweating is way for your body to cool itself. Water is found everywhere in your body; in every organ and tissue. Your body trys to maintain a constant temperature of 96.6 degrees. When your internal temp begins to rise, sweat glands relax and open up allowing water (primarily salt based) to flow to the surface of your skin. This cools you off. When you run, for instance, you increase your internal temp because your muscles are working so hard, they create heat. If you sweat too much, your body can loose all it's water. This is called heat stroke. That's why it's very important to drink a lot of water when you sweat, even if you don't think you need it. When your body is deprived of water, cells begin to die and your internal organs can't function properly. A fever can cause you to sweat because it raises your temperature. You can even sweat while taking a hot shower.
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∙ 9y agoA person sweats to keep the body cool during activity to prevent overheating. Sweating is good for people because toxins in the body are also released.
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∙ 11y agoIts cause may be external heat , increased thyroxin level , drug action or fever .
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∙ 12y agoRise in temperature
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What is the process of sweating and shivering called?
Sweating and shivering
Is sweating a reflex triggered to warm your body?
No. Sweating is used to cool the body; shivering is used for warming.
Sweating is the mechanism of what?
Perspiration.
When sick what causes sweating?
Your body heats up in an effort to fight the illness, and so you sweat. You might also alternate with chills and shivering; the immune system tries all ways to get rid of the intruder.
Where can I find a Doctor who treat excessive sweating?
You can find a doctor who treats excessive sweating by contacting your local hospital for a referral. This doctor is generally a dermatologist.
What body system causes sweating?
The Excretory system is responsible for sweating.
Are there any heart drugs that causes sweating?
I am not aware of any heart medications that cause sweating.
How does evaporation causes cooling with examples?
sweating
What causes morning sweating?
blood pressure temperature
What causes sweating during day?
body heat.
What causes major sweating on face and head?
Major sweating on the face and the head is caused by a lot of water in the body.
WHAT Causes sweating on right side of head only?
Inbreeding
Why do i stink when i am nervous?
Nervousness causes sweating which creates an ideal environment for the growth of bacteria, which is what causes the odor.
What causes chills followed by sweating?
it could be due to an infection...
What form of perspiration causes rapid water loss from burned skin?
Sweating
What is Abnormal sweating in young children?
There are many causes of sweating. The term for excessive sweating is hyperhydrosis. Please try to describe more of what is going on if you want a more detailed answer. If you are concerned about your child's health, you should consult your pediatrician.
What causes a foul odor on some one that has been having fever or sweating?
his or her sickness
