Pathologic Effects of Excessive Heat Loss
If skin temperature < freezing for extended period:
Chilblains- red, swollen itching lesions between joints
of fingers
Trench foot- similar to chilblains except on foot
If skin freezes
Frostbite- local burning and stinging followed by
numbness
Exposure- condition when body is not able to
maintain a normal temperature
Core temp < 30C lose consciousness
Core temp < 27C heart ceases