➤ Why does heat exhaustion happen during prolonged exertion in humid environments?
Heat exhaustion occurs when the body cannot balance heat gain and loss during prolonged activity. Dehydration and salt loss reduce blood volume. High humidity impairs sweat evaporation, limiting cooling. The heart and circulation work harder and blood pools in the skin, producing dizziness, weakness, and a shock-like state if cooling and fluids are not restored.
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