general question

[Cutiebaby]

Maybe this should be in the science forum..But seeings how not many people go there I will ask it here.Samoth if you want to move it feel free..Just to let you know I am doing human biology type assignments so I will be asking a ton of ?'s..And I expect tons of answers
But yeah, What is homeostasis (I get this part) however how does homeostasis relate to hypERthermia (please note, not hypothermia)
KthanxBye

 

[Smurfy]

To maintain temperature homeostasis, the hypothalamus orchestrates a counterattack against heat loss via heat conservation and heat production. Heat conservation is achieved by peripheral vasoconstriction reducing heat conduction to the skin, and behavioral responses, such as the layering of warm clothing, to increase insulation. Heat production is accomplished by shivering, which can increase the normal basal metabolic rate by two to five times, and through nonshivering thermogenesis via increased levels of thyroxine and epinephrine. In a cold environment, homeostasis can be overwhelmed, heat production can cease, and the core body temperature can drop after only a few hours secondary to fatigue and glycogen depletion.

http://www.aafp.org/afp/20041215/2325.html

 

[jh1]

Fuck this homo shit...

 

[Bikini Mod]

I need a drink now...

I hear Tito's and some tomalives calling my name.

 

[Smurfy]

The heat-regulating mechanisms of the body eventually become overwhelmed and unable to effectively deal with the heat, and body temperature climbs uncontrollably.

 

[Cutiebaby]

Yes smurf, thank you hun...BUt how the fuck does it relate to hyperthermia??? I already handed in the assignment but I am just curious as to what others find. The professor told me that because all but only 1 question was not in the text book that I have great researching skills...But still, it was a bitch. I think I had a semi melt down trying to figure out all this shit

 

[Smurfy]

Regardless of extreme weather conditions, the healthy human body keeps a steady temperature of 98.6° F (37° C). In hot weather, or during vigorous activity, the body perspires. As this perspiration evaporates from the skin, the body is cooled. If challenged by long periods of intense heat, the body may lose its ability to respond efficiently. When this occurs, a person can experience hyperthermia

http://www.wramc.amedd.army.mil/education/hyperthe.htm

 

[needtogetaas]

To maintain temperature homeostasis, the hypothalamus orchestrates a counterattack against heat loss via heat conservation and heat production. Heat conservation is achieved by peripheral vasoconstriction reducing heat conduction to the skin, and behavioral responses, such as the layering of warm clothing, to increase insulation. Heat production is accomplished by shivering, which can increase the normal basal metabolic rate by two to five times, and through nonshivering thermogenesis via increased levels of thyroxine and epinephrine. In a cold environment, homeostasis can be overwhelmed, heat production can cease, and the core body temperature can drop after only a few hours secondary to fatigue and glycogen depletion.

http://www.aafp.org/afp/20041215/2325.html

fucking shit smurf you surprize me.did you find that on a search

 

[Smurfy]

The heat-regulating mechanisms (aka HOMEOSTASIS) of the body eventually become overwhelmed and unable to effectively deal with the heat, and body temperature climbs uncontrollably (leading to HYPERTHERMIA) .

there's your answer.


you're lucky I'm so smart./

 

[Smurfy]

fucking shit smurf you surprize me.did you find that on a search

fuck yes.

i didnt even know the exact definition of homeostasis when i first read her post, but it took me all of 3 minutes to find her the answer.