Hypothermia in the elderly

Hypothermia refers to a condition in which the temperature in the deep part of the human body (rectum, esophagus, and tympanum) is lower than 35 ° C (95F). The causes of hypothermia are caused by heat production disorders, such as hypothyroidism. It is also caused by excessive heat dissipation, such as exposure to low temperature for too long. Elderly people may not have a rise in body temperature due to insufficient nutritional calories, poor temperature regulation, insufficient insulation, and diseases.

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