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Symptoms
Anxiety or agitation; Cool, clammy skin; Confusion; Decreased or no urine output; General weakness; Pale skin color (...
Causes
Losing about 1/5 or more of the normal amount of blood in your body causes hypovolemic shock. Blood loss can be due t...
Tests
An examination shows signs of shock, including: Low blood pressure; Low body temperature; Rapid pulse. Tests that may...
Treatments
Get immediate medical help. In the meantime, follow these steps: Keep the person comfortable and warm (to avoid hypot...
Prevention
Preventing shock is easier than trying to treat it once it happens. Quickly treating the cause will reduce the risk o...
Doctor Specialties
Hypovolemic shock is a medical emergency! Call the local emergency number (such as 911) or take the person to the eme...
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