Many people like hot, sultry weather, enjoying the sun's rays. Someone, on the contrary, cannot stand it, and spends all the time in the summer in the shade. However, both are equally at risk of being hit.
Heat stroke is a serious problem arising from excessive overheating of the body. Signs of heat stroke are characterized by an acceleration of heat generation processes with a simultaneous decrease or deceleration
heat transfer in the body. This phenomenon can happen not only under the scorching sun, but also in the bathhouse, sauna, when working in the shops, traffic jam. It can occur due to physical exertion or lack of fluid in the body.
In the initial stages of this state of the body, it is important not to miss the signs of heat stroke or symptoms-precursors. Indeed, often our body is able to cool independently to the desired temperature limits. But in some conditions this is impossible, and the body begins to dehydrate, and the process of sweating is disrupted. The causes of risk are especially important in young children, since the mechanism of heat transfer in them will finally form closer to 7–8 years, and for people suffering from cardiovascular diseases.
Heat stroke: symptoms
In most cases, such a life-threatening condition happens suddenly, not always clearly manifested. However, headaches, dizziness, or a feeling of fatigue often occur. Sometimes, within two hours or even days, such signs of heat stroke as coughing, shortness of breath, chest pain, photophobia, impaired coordination of movements, severity and joint pain are noted. There may be vomiting, pain in the abdomen, throat, nose, eyes, tingling in various parts of the body, agitation, unreasonable actions, frequent and profuse urination.
Heat stroke: signs, first aid
If you suspect a heat stroke from someone nearby, you must immediately call an ambulance. While waiting, move the victim to a cool, ventilated area, spray with cool water, put moistened towels or clothes on his head and neck. If the victim is conscious, make him drink as much cool or plain, slightly salted water as possible.
In the hot season, wear loose-fitting clothing from aired, natural fabrics in light shades and wear a hat. Limit physical activity in hot and humid weather conditions. Remember to drink more fluids, especially hot teas, but limit your intake of caffeine and carbonated drinks, which can help your body drain fluids. Try not to overeat and refrain from alcoholic beverages. Indoors, open windows, make short drafts, use fans and air conditioners so that you can maintain constant air circulation. Subject to these simple rules, signs of heat stroke, as well as the stroke itself, will bypass you.