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How long does heatstroke last?

My friend had a heatstroke. How long does heatstroke last?

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What exactly was the situation and how was heat stroke diagnosed? There are varying degrees of heat related injuries. Heat exhaustion: sweating, weak, and dizzy after overheating. This can be treated with supportive care at home (AC/fluids/rest) and usually resolves within a day. Heat stroke: confusion, passing out, vomiting. This is deadly and requires prompt medical evaluation and delaying care can prolong symptoms and lead to permanent organ damage and even death. Heat stroke is typically diagnosed with body temp >103 degrees.
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