Heat Exhaustion Treatment
What are the causes of heat exhaustion? How can you recognize it? It is important to note that a thermometer does not always reflect the real danger of high outside temperatures.
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Symptoms of heat exhaustion
- Intense sweating
- Pale and cold skin to the touch
- Pulse alert
- Muscular cramps
- Discomfort
- Feeling weak
- Headache
- Nausea and vomiting
- Dark urine due to dehydration
What are the causes of heat exhaustion?
Risk factors
- Obesity
- Heart disease
- Respiratory failure
- Certain medications: antibiotics, anticonvulsants, diuretics, laxatives, antihistamines, vasoconstrictors, beta-blockers, antidepressants and antipsychotics, among others, as well as certain drugs such as cocaine or amphetamines.
Measures to prevent heat exhaustion
- She wears light clothes made of natural and light-colored materials.
- Also, wear a hat or scarf and use an umbrella to prevent the sun’s rays from reaching directly on your face or head.
- Apply and reapply sunscreen with high SPF, depending on where you are, the time of year and the UV index.
- Drink enough water. Hydrate yourself optimally and gradually, often taking a sip of water. To check if you are properly hydrated, you just need to notice the color of your urine: if it is discolored, you are well hydrated. But if it is darker in color, you may be dehydrated and need to drink more water.
- Replaces electrolytes lost through perspiration. Isotonic sports drinks or a classic alkaline lemonade (lemonade with natural sweetener, baking soda and salt) can be helpful.
- Reduce the consumption of stimulant drinks that contain caffeine, such as cola, coffee, etc.
- Avoid alcohol, as it causes dehydration.
- As much as possible, schedule activities that require physical effort, whether related to sports or work, at times of the day that are less warm. In addition, it is important to schedule breaks that allow you to rest in a cooler place for a few minutes before resuming your activity.
- Under no circumstances should you leave your children in the car in hot weather. The temperature can rise many degrees inside the vehicle and can lead to death in a short time.
Treatment for heat exhaustion
Here is the treatment for heat exhaustion you should use:
