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News Topical, Digital Desk : The sun's harsh rays and intense heat have completely disrupted life. As the mercury rises, the number of patients in hospitals has increased unexpectedly.
These days, the number of patients in the outpatient department at Lala Lajpat Rai Medical College is averaging 3,000, while at PL Sharma District Hospital, it's reaching around 1,300. Expert doctors have advised caution in the rising heat.
They say that prolonged exposure to the sun can cause blood clots in the veins, leading to the risk of a heart attack. Furthermore, a rapid drop in blood pressure due to dehydration can lead to life-threatening situations.
Risk of blood clots and heart attack
Senior cardiologist Dr. Sanjeev Saxena said that extreme temperatures not only cause weakness but also directly impact the circulatory system. In the scorching sun, the body sweats to keep itself cool. If adequate fluids are not consumed, the blood becomes thicker due to the loss of water.
He says that thicker blood flows more slowly through the veins, increasing the risk of blood clots. Electrolyte imbalances can cause irregular heartbeats, and clots can increase the risk of heart attacks.
That's why blood pressure is falling
Dr. Arvind Kumar, a senior physician at Lala Lajpat Rai Medical College, Meerut, explained that in summer, the body dilates its veins to allow internal heat to escape. Dehydration reduces the total blood volume.
Dilated veins and reduced blood volume combine to rapidly lower arterial pressure, leading to low blood pressure. Symptoms include fainting, dizziness, and extreme weakness. In such a situation, prompt treatment can be life-saving.
Keep this in mind
- Eat cucumber, melon, watermelon and peach to maintain water level in the body.
- Use curd, buttermilk, buttermilk, lemon water and sherbet for electrolyte balance. - Drink
at least three liters of water throughout the day to avoid dehydration. -
Avoid heavy meals, fried food and junk food, as these put pressure on the digestive system and increase the body temperature. -
Avoid unnecessary going out between 12 noon to 4 pm and if it is necessary to go out, keep your head covered and carry water with you.
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