Arabia Weather - Heat exhaustion, also known as heat exhaustion, is a condition that occurs when the body temperature rises significantly, especially in the summer. This condition is accompanied by a group of different symptoms, including excessive sweating and an accelerated heartbeat. So, do you suffer from excessive sweating or extreme thirst in the summer? This may be "heat exhaustion." Here are its symptoms and how to prevent it in the following article.
Heat exhaustion is one of three heat-related illnesses; Heat cramps are the mildest, and sunstroke is the most dangerous. The main cause of this condition is exposure to high temperatures, especially when engaging in strenuous physical activity in hot and humid environments.
Without immediate treatment, heat exhaustion can lead to heat stroke, which can cause serious health problems and, in some cases, death.
Symptoms of heat exhaustion may begin suddenly or worsen over time, especially with long periods of exposure to high temperatures or intense exercise. Possible symptoms include:
When these symptoms appear, the following immediate precautions should be taken:
Body heat combined with environmental heat increases the internal temperature of the body. In hot weather, the body cools itself by sweating, but when exercising strenuously in hot and humid conditions, the body becomes less able to cool itself efficiently. Heat cramps, the mildest form of heat-related illness, may begin when the body cannot be adequately cooled.
Prompt treatment can prevent heat cramps from progressing to more serious heat illnesses such as heat exhaustion. Drinking fluids or sports drinks that contain electrolytes helps treat heat cramps, along with getting into cool places and resting.
Anyone can develop heat exhaustion, but certain factors increase sensitivity to heat, such as:
If heat exhaustion is not treated quickly, it can lead to heat stroke, a life-threatening condition. Heatstroke needs immediate medical attention to prevent permanent damage to the brain and other vital organs.
There are many things you can do to prevent heat stress, such as:
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