SUNSTROKE

Due to the constant increase in temperature, we are facing the problem of sunstroke or heat exhaustion. People in countries like Asia are more prone to this. Exposure to sun for a longer time can cause sunstroke. When you are exposed to summer sun for 40-50 minutes, there is a probability of sunstroke. Our normal body temperature is about 37–38-degree celsius but in northern part of India the temperature raises up to 42 degrees which can be serious health issue for the ones who are not suitable in that weather. When external temperature is higher than our body temperature, our body tries to balance the temperature with fluid inside it. When we don’t have enough fluid inside our body it leads to sunstroke.  

Symptoms: 

1.Uneasiness/uncomfortable 

2. Suffocation 

3. Fast heartbeats  

4. Dry skin and red patches on outer skin 

5. Vomiting  

6. Throbbing pain of head 

7. Giddiness  

8.Nausea

9.Loose motion 

These are some general symptoms faced by a person. 

 Primary care for primary sunstroke: 

1.Bring the patient under cool environment rather it be A.C, fan cooler or even a shade, away from direct Sunlight. 

2.Splash some water on the patient’s face and head. 

3.Remove excessive clothes from patient Body.  

4.Place ice packs on feet, hands, head of the patient. 

 Reason behind sunstroke; 

1. Expose to sun or hot environment for long period of time. 

2.Doing heavy strength work in the sun.  

3. Wearing multiple layered clothes.  

4. Excessively drinking alcohol.  

5.Dehydration. (Drinking less water)  

Complications: 

1. After providing primary care, if the patient is still unconscious, the patient should be immediately admitted to a nearby hospital.  

2. Vital organ damage.  

3.Brain swelling due to lack of oxygen from blood.  

4.Fatal Death. 

 Risk Factors: 

1.Children’s and old age people are most prone to sunstroke.  

2.People with Obesity because of heavy weight their fluid is always negative if they don’t take care. 

3.People with health conditions like heart attack, hypertension, vertigo, etc.  

4.Due to certain types of medication, they may be in risk factor. 

Diagnosis: 

1.Blood test – Shows gas level inside our Body, different electrolytes like sodium and potassium. 

2.Urine test – Shows kidney functions. 

3.Muscle test 

4. X-Ray Precautions  

5.Wear sunglasse and cap  

6. Cover as much of Body (face and hand) as possible with cotton clothes or use umbrella. 

7. Avoid coming into direct contact of Sun between 12 – 4 pm. Home Remedies (Naturopathy) 

8. Consume juicy fruits like watermelon, muskmelon, Lemmon, coconut water for rehydration.  

9.Avoid spicy and heavily cooked food. 

10. Eat more cooling vegetables 

11.Drink more dairy products like buttermilk and curd.  

12. Mud therapy helps in absorbing heat and provides cooling effect.  

13.Drink wheat grass or aloe vera juice.