North Carolina, Raleigh- Heat stroke is a medical condition that occurs when the body temperature rises above 40° Celsius or 104° Fahrenheit, due to the environmental condition or vigorous physical activity, in which the body is unable to regulate its temperature. , and is one of the consequences of exposure to high temperatures for prolonged periods.
Along with heat stroke, heat stroke is one of the most common heat disorders.
The difference between the two is that Heatstroke is the result of being exposed directly to the sun. , and Heat stroke can also occur in the shade and in closed spaces. , such as being inside a closed vehicle on a very hot day.
Learn how to prevent and recognize heat stroke with this information.
How to recognize it
There are several symptoms that can be easily recognized when a person is suffering from heat stroke.
The first to be presented are excessive sweating, intense thirst, headache and nausea.
Special attention must be paid when these first symptoms begin to be identified in the person, although they are not the only ones.
Symptoms of Heat Stroke
In addition to the symptoms that are recognizable in the first stage, the following may also occur.
- Dizziness
- Excessive sweating at first and absent afterwards
- Intense thirst
- Redness and dryness of the skin
- Inappropriate behavior, such as removing clothing regardless of location
- Accelerated heart rate with a weak heartbeat
- Headache
- Seizure attacks
It is also worth remembering that both children under six years of age, as well as adults over 65 years of age, people who are overweight, dehydrated, with sweat gland problems and heart patients, represent the population groups most vulnerable to suffering from this phenomenon.
People who do outdoor work, such as those who do Agricultural workIt is also necessary that they have preventive measures to protect themselves during their work day.
The symptoms of heat stroke in adults and children are similar, so you have to be aware of them, especially in older adults and children.
How to prevent heat stroke?
You must keep in mind that the most vulnerable people are minors, adults over 65 years of age, people who do not have access to air conditioning, people who work outdoors and those who have a chronic problem.
It is important not to leave any children or even Pets, in a parked vehicle. Cars reach high temperatures quickly and can even be fatal in just 10 minutes.
Wear light colors and schedule your activities outside the home at times where the day is cooler.
You should also learn to identify heat-related illnesses, some of their symptoms are: muscle cramps, fatigue, weakness, dizziness, fainting, headaches, nausea and vomiting.
Important to prevent heat stroke: avoiding heat exhaustion is key, do not expose yourself to the sun's rays for prolonged periods; wear light, light-colored clothing and, above all, stay well hydrated .
Treatment
If a friend or family member has been exposed to high temperatures, and has some or all of the symptoms of heat stroke, you can help them in the following ways.
Act Fast It is key to treating a person who is suffering from heat stroke and helping to lower their body temperature.
Here are the steps to follow to treat heat stroke.
- Call the emergency services or to the local emergency number
- Help place the person immediately in a cool, shaded place.
- If possible, turn on a fan or air conditioner to help lower the temperature of the person suffering from heat stroke.
- Offer water to drink.
- Avoid offering soft drinks.
- Apply cold compresses.-Moisten a cloth or towel and place it on the person's forehead, neck, and wrists.
Articles updated on August 1, 2023
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