It is extremely hot all over India. But especially in northern India, the situation is such that you can make an egg omelette on the road. Don’t make fun of the heatwave, its function is to extract water from the human body. In such heat, the body has to work overtime to stay cool from the inside.
Now the question arises: what is happening inside the body in this scorching heat? What chemical reactions take place? From dehydration to heat stroke, we’ll talk about everything in detail. We will also tell you how this can be avoided.
heat exhaustion
Sweating is your body’s way of cooling itself. But excessive sweating can lead to a deficiency or imbalance of electrolytes in the body. Which can cause weakness, dizziness, nausea and fainting.
heatstroke
Heat stroke is very deadly. When you fail to control your body temperature, the risk of heat stroke increases. Its early symptoms include stopping sweating, confusion, seizures and can even lead to death if not treated immediately.
dehydration
Due to excessive sweating, water deficiency begins in the body. Due to which you may become a victim of dehydration. There may also be a dry mouth problem. You might be very thirsty.
an electrolyte imbalance
Sweating not only removes water from your body, but it also removes essential electrolytes like sodium and potassium. This imbalance can lead to muscle cramps, fatigue and even cardiovascular problems.
Muscle spasms
Painful muscle spasms. Especially in the legs and stomach there is a deficiency of electrolytes and fluids in the body. ,
hyperthermia
When your body temperature rises quickly because it can’t keep up with the heat. Then you get hyperthermia. This can put pressure on your heart and other organs.
serious conditions break out
Heatwave can also cause heart disease as well as respiratory illness. May worsen existing health problems such as diabetes.
heat rash
This itchy and uncomfortable rash occurs when the sweat ducts become blocked.
Disclaimer: Some information given in news is based on media reports. Before implementing any suggestion, you should consult the relevant expert.
also read this: Due to water filling in the heart, symptoms like heart attack are also observed, do you know how to differentiate between the two?
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