Many heat-related illnesses involve simple dehydration. More than 700 people die in the United States annually owing to illnesses that develop from exceptional heat.
People don’t generally realize the danger of overheating. It can actually kill you, and different individuals have different responses to heat. Sometimes it gets so hot your body can’t cool itself down naturally – those who are elderly, or overweight, are exceptionally vulnerable.
The primary health threat in terms of heat is not hydrating properly. Once your body starts having an adverse reaction to the weather, normal means of hydration may not be enough to get you back to sustainable homeostasis.
Common heat-illnesses can then develop, including heatstroke, heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat rash.
Signs Of Overheating
There are many signs of overheating. If you or someone else exhibits the following conditions, they may need medical attention immediately:
- Increased Body Temperature
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Nausea
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Weakness
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Dizziness
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Headache
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Confusion
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Muscle Cramps
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Fainting
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Seizure
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Coma
- Confusion
Treating Heat-Related Illnesses
Many different ways of combatting the heat can help prevent you from overheating.
- Stay hydrated as best you can. The more water, the better.
- Avoid too much heavy physical exertion, and stay out of direct sunlight.
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Dress for the heat, too – don’t wear pants and long-sleeved shirts when it’s over 90 degrees outside if you can avoid it.
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Employ IV hydration in advance of physical exertion.
IV Hydration to Prevent Overheating
IV hydration can help you recover from athletic activity, excessive drinking, and general dehydration. IVRS in Amarillo, Texas can help you prevent, or recover from, heat-related illnesses.
