Do you know the difference between heat stroke and heat exhaustion? Even a little carelessness can be harmful for your health

News Topical,Digital Desk : Heat Stroke vs Heat Exhaustion: Going out in the scorching sun and rising temperatures in summer is no less than a challenge. We often hear that someone has suffered a heat stroke or someone has become a victim of heat exhaustion, but do you know that these two are different conditions? And the most important thing is that a little negligence can make these conditions fatal. 

What is Heat Exhaustion?

Heat exhaustion happens when you get too hot. Symptoms include sweating a lot, feeling weak, feeling dizzy, nauseous, and muscle cramps. It often happens when you stay in the heat for too long or do too much work in the heat. If it's not treated properly, it can lead to heat stroke, which is very dangerous. Heat stroke causes the body temperature to rise very high (104°F or higher), the skin becomes hot and dry, confusion occurs, seizures can occur, and you can even lose consciousness.

What is Heat Stroke?

Heat stroke is a medical emergency. In this, the body temperature suddenly rises very fast (40°C or more). Sweating stops and the body is unable to keep its cool. If timely treatment is not received, serious damage can occur to the brain, heart, kidneys and muscles - there is even a risk of death.

Even a slight negligence can prove costly

Even a little carelessness during the summer season can take a toll on your health. Not drinking enough water, staying in the sun for too long, not wearing light-colored and loose clothes, and not being careful while doing physical activities can increase the risk of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

Follow these tips for protection

• Drink plenty of water: To avoid dehydration, keep sipping water at regular intervals, especially when you're outside or exercising.
• Wear light colored and loose clothes: These clothes help keep your body cool.
• Avoid going out in the sun: especially between 12 noon and 3 pm when the sun is strongest.
• Limit physical activity: Avoid high-intensity workouts during the summer.
• Avoid alcohol and caffeine: These can dehydrate the body.
• Stay cool: If possible, stay in air-conditioned spaces during the hottest parts of the day.

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