One of the dangers with having an overheated laptop on your skin is that over time you could develop what’s scientifically known as “erythema ab igne” or toasted skin syndrome. The area that is affected develops a red or blotchy pink rash that can have an unpleasant appearance depending on the severity. The condition is mostly aesthetic and can fade away by preventing further exposure.
The most serious risk associated with overheated laptops involves male infertility. Men who use their laptops frequently on their laps are at an increased risk. Even just 10 to 15 minutes of heat exposure can cause issues. It’s recommended that men avoid using their laptops on their laps.
Signs your laptop is overheating:
• Fan is making loud whirring noises and is constantly running
• Computer struggles to perform basic tasks (like opening a browser window)
• The appearance of lines on the screen (indication that video card is overheating)
• Odd error messages appearing in random programs
• The system freezes or a blue screen appears
• The laptop shuts down suddenly on its own
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