In Fujian (China) recently, a man was taken to the special care room (ICU) due to serious heat stroke.Family members said he vomited blood, could not control the defecation, so he went to the hospital urgently.
It was Mr. Ngo (51 years old, from Dong Quan, Fujian).He listened to the doctor's advice to avoid abuse of air conditioning and fans at home for fear of face paralysis.But instead of using it properly, this man completely abandoned the use of air conditioning, cool fans, even on hot days today.
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Then he was found in a stroke due to severe heat shock.The boy was hot, unconscious but still convulsed, the surrounding people shouted at the name still did not react.Fortunately, he was taken to the hospital's special care room, promptly emergency and retain his life.
This is not a rare case of stroke due to heat shock.Recently, a 60 -year -old man in Zhejiang (China) also fell while working outdoors.
When he was taken to the hospital, his body temperature was up to 41 degrees Celsius. Although the doctors spent 3 days in the special care room, for emergency treatment, he still could not save his life.
The most common heat stroke in the summer: Why is it dangerous?
Experts say that hot weather continues to increase the risk of heat stroke."Hot to death" is absolutely not a mythical statement.
Heat shock is the highest form of sunstroke, the most serious condition.It occurs when the body cannot cope with extremely high temperatures.At this time, the body temperature increases very high, usually over 40 ° C.
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Imagine the body like a machine.In normal circumstances, it adjusts the temperature itself and continues to operate.However, when the exterior temperature is too high or the environment is too hot for a long time, the problems will generate problems in the regulatory system.
At this time, the temperature inside the body will begin to increase.If the temperature rises too high, the important parts of the body tend to be "cooked", starting not working normally.
Dr. Chi Cheng (Deputy Head of Emergency Department, People's Hospital under the Medical University of Beijing, China) emphasized that heat shock can cause stroke, damage and impaired functions.such as cardiovascular, kidney, liver, digestive system.If not treated promptly, the risk of death may be up to 70 - 80%.
3 types of people are prone to heat shock, stroke in the current hot days
1. People with abnormal sweat gland function
Such people cannot adjust the body temperature through sweat, so they are more likely to get sick.
The heat stroke turns into heat shock, has a high risk of stroke, especially in the current hot days.
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2. People are not used to high temperatures
Those who begin to work, exercise outdoors, or beginners from cool to hot places ... are at risk of heatstroke, higher heat shock.The reason is that it is not adapted to the high temperature environment.
3. People with a history of sunstroke
These people are more likely to suffer from heat stroke, heat shock at any time when it is hot.
How to know if you have a stroke or not to prevent timely, avoid heat shock, stroke?
In general, the body will have the following specific signs:
- Increasing body temperature: The body temperature increases suddenly, usually above 40 ° C.This is a sign of sunstroke.
- Abnormal sweat: Due to imbalance in adjusting body temperature, the skin may be dry, unusually red or unusually sweating.
- Confusion: Stroke due to heat can cause consciousness disorders.Symptoms such as headache, dizziness, confusion, agitation, stuttering, discomfort and coma may occur.
- Shock: High temperatures will cause the heart to beat fast and drop blood pressure, severe cases may shock.
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Heat -caused stroke - how can the hot sun killer?
1. Avoid exposure to high temperatures
To avoid heat stroke, heat shock and stroke these days, it is best not to go out, not to go to high temperatures, air circulating for too long.
When you have to go out, it is best to avoid noon - the hottest time of the day.
2. Suitable costumes
Wear light, wide, breathable clothes, such as cotton fabric or fast drying material, to help your body dissipate heat.
3. Supplementing water promptly
When the weather is hot, drink water often.This retains water for the body, even if you don't feel thirsty, you should drink.
4. Use sunscreen
When performing outdoor activities, use sunscreen with high SPF to protect the skin and reduce the heat from direct sunlight.
5. Turn on the air conditioner
When the weather is hot, you need to turn on the air conditioner or fan to lower the temperature.In addition, you can use other ways to cool down such as blinds, wet towels, cooling pieces ...