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Hyperthermia is an increase in the core body cells. Our cells can only function at certain temperature ranges. Hyperthermia is a relatively new treatment for cancer cells where therapy can be targeted to protect healthy cells. At 113 degrees, cancer cells are arrested.

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What are the signs of hyperthermia?

There are several different symptoms you can have when you are having a heat stroke. Some of these symptoms include a high body temperature, lack of sweating, vomiting, flushed skin, rapid breathing, a racing heart, and a headache.


What causes hyperthermia?

Hyperthermia can be caused by prolonged exposure to high temperatures, strenuous physical activity, or by certain medical conditions such as heat stroke or thyroid disorders. It can also be a side effect of certain medications or substances.


What is the word for a rapid change in body temperature?

Hyperthermia and hypothermia are what the rapid change in body temperature is called. Someone who is experiencing hyperthermia has a temperature that remains above normal. Someone who is experiencing hypothermia has a temperature that remains below normal.


How atropine cause hyperthermia?

Atropine antagonises central muscarinic receptors (remember, the parasympathetic nervous system is made up of muscarinic and nicotinic receptors). This muscarinic receptor antagonising alters temperature regulation in the hypothalamus -- the mechanism how it works is unfortunately not understood. But is is known that it reduces blood flow to the skin, thus reducing the ability for the body to lose heat and increasing body temperature. Similar to Adrenaline (Epinephrine for you North American types) I take it, although a brief search could not link adrenaline to hyperthermia (if you know of anything, please let me know).


How effective is fever therapy in treating cancer patients?

Fever therapy, also known as hyperthermia, has shown some effectiveness in treating cancer patients by enhancing the effects of other cancer treatments like chemotherapy and radiation therapy. It works by raising the body temperature to target and kill cancer cells. However, more research is needed to fully understand its effectiveness and potential side effects.