Sweat is a common side effect of spending time in the heat. When a person outdoors on a hot day suddenly stops sweating, this could indicate heat exposure has crossed the line into heat exhaustion or heat stroke. The body no longer has a normal response to sweat, leading to overheating, so it is vital to rehydrate immediately. In other cases of heat stroke, however, a person may experience excessive sweating.

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