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Heat Exhaustion - Some Tips To Deal With It!
Dr. Kriti MathurHomeopathy Doctor • 23 Years Exp.BHMS, PGDCBM, MD(AM) , Diploma in Nutrition and Health Education (DNHE), PG homeopathy
As the outside temperature soars, the cases of heat exhaustion and heat stroke rise. After exposure to high temperature/ sun, watch out for the following symptoms-
- Heavy sweating
- Rapid pulse
- Dizziness and fatigue
- Cool moist skin
- Headache
- Nausea
- Muscle cramps
A combination of these symptoms indicates heat exhaustion. If left unattended, it may lead to heat stroke wherein the body temperature rises. Above 104° and various complications develop.
Who are at risk?
- Elderly.
- Children sp school children or those engaged in sports.
- Indulging in outdoor physical activity.
- People unaccustomed to high temperatures.
First aid
- Bring the patient in a cool dark place with a fan overhead or ac or air-cooled room.
- Give cold sponging.
- Give cold water, ors, fresh lime water, energy drink, or fruit juice, etc
- Homeopathic first aid medicine for the condition is glonoine in high potency.
Tips to save yourself from heat exhaustion
- Venture out only if absolutely necessary. Preferably avoid going out between 12-4pm
- When going out, wear light, loose clothing and cover the head.
- Stay hydrated. Drink lots of water. Ensure that you take enough water, salt and sugar.
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