Every day millions and millions of people take bath in the river Ganga during Mahakumbh in Prayagraj. At the same time, North India is experiencing a harsh winter, during which a large number of people come to take bath on the auspicious occasion of Maha Kumbh Mela. But due to the cold and the cold wave, a large number of people are falling ill. Additionally, many cases of heart attacks have also been reported.
NCP chief Mahesh Kothe dies
After the death of an elderly saint, news of a Maharashtra NCP leader passing away due to a heart attack comes. In addition, news of the deaths of two other people, including a woman, also arrives. The NCP leader died following a heart attack. NCP leader Mahesh Kothe had visited Prayagraj for the Maha Kumbh Mela. Where he took the royal bath. Afterwards, his blood froze due to the cold and he died of a heart attack in the same place.
In such a situation, the question arises whether bathing in cold water can lead to death from heart attack. To know more, ABP Live Hindi had a special conversation with Dr. Niranjan Dutta. Dr. Niranjan is a cardiologist at Narayan Superspeciality Hospital located in Howrah.
Dr Niranjan Dutt says the most difficult task in winter is bathing. Whether you bathe in cold water or hot water, you will definitely feel cold. Most people take a bath with hot water, but some people need to take a bath with cold water. But when we talked about death due to heart attack during Mahakumbh, doctors said that if you take bath in winter, you need to keep certain things in mind. Because it will not only lead to problems like cold, cough and flu, but it can also lead to a heart attack. Don’t be surprised, it’s true. Bathing in cold water in winter can cause a heart attack. We must therefore avoid making such mistakes. Let us know the reason for this.
Heart risk increases in winter
The risk of heart disease increases in winter. In fact, the heart has to work harder to keep the body warm in cold weather. It’s riskier for people already vulnerable to certain heart diseases. A study published in the journal Public Library of Science suggests that if a person already has heart problems, their risk of heart attack increases by 31% in cold weather. In such a situation, it is necessary to take special care of your heart in this season. You should never make the mistake of bathing with cold water.
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Why is bathing in cold water dangerous for the heart?
Health experts say we often hear that cold water is safe. Taking a bath with this removes tension and makes the body active. However, there is no scientific evidence for this. On the contrary, it can only cause serious harm. If a person has high blood pressure, diabetes, or has previously suffered a stroke or heart attack, bathing in cold water can be dangerous for them. This can cause a heart attack or stroke.
How can a bath in cold water cause a heart attack?
Health experts say cold water can suddenly raise blood pressure, which reduces blood flow and narrows arteries. If the arteries are already narrowed from fat, they will become narrowed after exposure to cold water, which can lead to a stroke or heart attack. You should therefore not make the mistake of bathing in cold water in winter.
Disclaimer: Some information given in news is based on media reports. Before implementing any suggestion, you should consult the relevant expert.
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