Some precautions to avoid sun strokes

Some precautions to avoid sun strokes

A sun stroke is a condition caused by your body temperature, usually as a result of prolonged exposure or physical stress at high temperatures can occur if your body temperature rises to 104 ° F (40 ° C) or more. The most common condition in the summer months,

Symptoms of sun stroke include:

  • High body temperature.
  • Change of mental state or behavior confusion, blurred speech, delirium, seizures can all be the result of a heat stroke.
  • Lack of awareness of weakness and muscle spasm.
  • You may feel nausea or vomiting. Redness and glow of the skin Increase breathing speed Headaches, cramping, hallucinations, difficulty speaking or understanding what others are saying.
  • The speed of your heartbeat Your pulse may increase dramatically because heat pressure puts a huge burden on your heart to help cool your body.

There are many things you can do to prevent heat-related illnesses. Babies, children and the elderly are more sensitive to heat. They need more attention. You are also at greater risk if you are sick or obese, or have heart disease, people working abroad or in Hot environment They are also at risk of overheating and sun stroke.

Do not go outside when the heat indicator is high If possible, you should stay indoors in the air-conditioned areas, if you should go out by taking the following precautions:

  • Wear light clothing.
  • Protect yourself from the sun by wearing a hat or using an umbrella
  • Use a sun block with sun protection factor (SPF) of 15 or higher.
  • Drink plenty of water all day. Drought and salt deficiency contribute to heat-related illnesses. Drink water or other liquids every 15 to 20 minutes. Even if you do not feel thirsty, if your urine is light colored, you drink enough fluids, Dark urine is a sign that you are dehydrated.
  • Avoid or limit drinks that contain caffeine (such as tea and coffee).
  • Do not leave a child in your car when the weather is hot outside even if the windows opened the heat can be very severe.
  • Some drugs can put you at risk of sun stroke, such as medications that treat high blood pressure and diuretics, beta blockers, some psychotropic drugs (antidepressants and antipsychotics), and illegal stimulants such as amphetamine and cocaine. They affect how your body interacts with Talk to your doctor if you take any of these or have a persistent health problem they can help you lower the temperature.
  • To get rid of high body temperature put snow bags under the armpits, thigh, neck and back, or better put the patient in the "bathtub" cold water.

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