Heat stroke is considered a very serious problem that cannot be solved without the intervention of a doctor. As a result of heat stroke, there is an increase in the processes of heat generation, associated with a decrease in heat transfer in the body, as a result of which vital functions are disrupted.
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If you notice a symptom of heat stroke in someone, the victim should be immediately taken to the hospital, where he will receive the necessary care. The occurrence of such a nuisance is not always associated with excessive physical exertion, therefore, in order to become a victim yourself, it is enough to drink little liquid and at the same time be in a stuffy room or on the street in hot weather. Our body is capable of self-cooling to the desired temperature, but under a number of conditions (high ambient temperature, high humidity, strong physical exertion), the cooling system may not be able to cope. Thus, the body temperature rises, as a result of which we can observe several or one symptom of heat stroke. Unfortunately, not a single person is immune from such troubles, there are also people whowhich are more susceptible to thermal shock than others. The most vulnerable are the elderly over 65 years old and young children under 4 years old, as they are very slow to adapt to the heat.
Heat Stroke: Symptoms and Treatment
The symptoms of sunstroke are very simple and easy to recognize. The first symptom of heat stroke is general malaise. There is a headache, dizziness appears, then a feeling of fatigue, lethargy, palpitations and complete or partial reddening of the skin join. In the most extreme and severe cases, convulsions, hallucinations, and loss of consciousness may occur.
Heat stroke: symptoms, first aid
If you do not see a doctor in time, heat stroke can result in coma and even death. That is why, as soon as you notice a symptom of heat stroke in someone, you should immediately call an ambulance. In the meantime, she is on the way, you need to perform important, but simple actions:
- move the victim to a cool ventilated place, preferably somewhere where there are no large crowds of people;
- necessarily the victim must be laid down;
- you also need to raise your head and legs, put something under your neck and ankles, such as a towel or bag;
- remove the victim's outer clothing, especially those that squeeze the chest, neck and prevent free breathing;
- if he has not lost consciousness, you must definitely drink plenty of water, preferably cool,you can add some sugar or s alt;
- wet the forehead of the victim with cold water, apply a wet cool cloth to the face.
Heat Stroke Prevention
- On hot summer days, wear only light colors and natural fabrics.
- In hot and humid weather, you need to reduce physical activity as much as possible. If this is not possible, then do everything in the morning or evening hours, when it is not so hot.
- During the day it is worth drinking at least 2 liters of water or any other liquid.
