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The Danger Of Exertional Heatstroke For Young Athletes

August 3, 2017

As football practice starts up again at high schools and colleges here in New Mexico and across the country, players face the threat of a potentially fatal condition called exertional heatstroke (EHS). According to one study, it’s the third most common cause of sudden death in teen athletes.

This condition, which is a severe heat-related illness more serious than heatstroke, can harm and even kill young, healthy athletes. A person suffering from EHS has a dangerously high core body temperature of 104 degrees or higher.

Even a short period of time with this temperature can cause permanent damage to organs including the brain, kidneys and liver. If it strikes the central nervous system, it can lead to irreversible neurological damage, coma and death.

That’s why it’s essential that coaches, trainers, parents and team members be able to spot a player who may be suffering EHS, remove him from the heat and get emergency treatment. The symptoms, aside from the high temperature, include dizziness, fainting, vomiting, disorientation and even aggression.

People have become more aware of the dangers of concussions and dehydration for football players in recent years. There’s been greater focus on the importance of getting players off the field and checked out by a medical professional if they are suspected of suffering either one of these conditions.

However, EHS has not received this kind of attention. Many players, parents and team officials simply feel that playing in the late summer heat is a necessary part of preparing for the upcoming season.

If your child has suffered EHS or has lost his life due to complications of the condition, it’s essential to find out what those around him did to prevent the condition or treat it, if anything. An experienced New Mexico attorney can provide guidance on what your legal options are so that you can seek justice for your child and help prevent others from being harmed.

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