Skin - clammyDefinition: Clammy skin is cool, moist, and usually pale.
Alternative Names: Sweat - cold; Clammy skin; Cold sweat
Considerations: Clammy skin may be an emergency. Call your doctor immediately.
Home Care: For shock, the patient should lie down on the back with legs elevated about 12 inches. Either call for emergency help or take the victim to a hospital. For heat exhaustion, have the person drink plenty of fluids and move to a cool, shaded environment.
Call your health care provider if: People with any of the following symptoms should immediately call their doctor or seek emergency help. - Shortness of breath
- Chest discomfort
- Signs of shock (such as confusion, diminished consciousness, or weak pulse)�
If you are unable to reach your doctor, call for emergency help or take the victim to a hospital. Always contact your doctor if the symptoms do not go away quickly.
What to expect at your health care provider's office: The doctor will perform a physical exam and ask questions about the person's medical history. Questions documenting clammy skin in detail may include: - Time pattern
- How quickly did this develop?
- Did it develop suddenly?
- Has it ever happened before?
- Medical history
- Has there been an injury?
- Is the person ill?
- Are they in pain?
- Do they seem anxious or stressed?
- Has there been a recent exposure to high temperatures?�
- What other symptoms are also present?
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