Sunburn and Heat Stroke Prevention
Heat stroke is a problem related to the thermoregulation of the body. Occurs due to excessive exposure to ultraviolet rays of the sun. Heat stroke occurs when the body loses control of temperature, which rises beyond 40 º C.
Sometimes associated with segments of the population such as children or the elderly, the fact is that most of the cases are related more to an incorrect time available to take the necessary precautions.
What are they?
In heatstroke, the body loses control of the temperature, being able to rise above 40 ° C. It causes damage to cell structures and the thermoregulatory system, including creating a risk of mortality.
The symptoms of this situation is characterized by a series of processes such as reduction or cessation of sweating, headaches, dizziness, confusion, tachycardia, hot and dry skin and may even reach to seizures or complications besides kidney failure, liver or respiratory.
It is more natural than sunlight happen by a lack of prevention and occurs more in young people taking the sun and fall asleep or play sports for a long time most dangerous times of the day. People at increased risk for these symptoms are the elderly, children and those suffering from any pathological condition.
What are the preventive measures?
In most cases of sunburn and heat stroke can be avoided by following a few recommendations:
- Use physical protection and a hat, a shirt, glasses and that it is comfortable, lightweight and comfortable.
- Apply an appropriate sunscreen to your skin type, age of the person and the area where you are going to sunbathe.
- Increase significantly the regular intake of fluids, without waiting further thirst.
- First, avoid alcohol, sugary or caffeine. On the other, do not take too copious meals and, instead, increase the intake of fruits and vegetables.
- Reduce physical activities and when they occur are well-conditioned environments and shade.
- No exposure to the sun in the middle of the day and try to rest in the shade as far as possible.