Staying too long exposed to the sun can increase body temperature and favor dehydration and brain damage in more severe cases, which can result in death. In addition, excessive exposure to the sun can lead to the formation of 2nd and 3rd degree burns. See the hazards of sunstroke for health.
Therefore, it is important to avoid going to the beach or pool in the hours when the sun is strongest, usually between 12 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., as well as drinking plenty of water and using sunscreen and sun-less accessories such as hats, caps and sunglasses, for example.
Main symptoms
Heat stroke can happen when the person stays too long in a very hot or dry environment, such as walking hours in the hot sun for example. The main symptoms of sunshine are:
- Increased body temperature, usually equal to or greater than 39 ° C;
- Skin very reddish, hot and dry;
- Headache;
- Increased heartbeat and rapid breathing;
- Thirst, dry mouth and dry, dull eyes;
- Nausea, vomiting and diarrhea;
- Unconsciousness and mental confusion, such as not knowing where you are, who you are, or what day it is;
- Fainting;
- Dehydration;
- Muscle weakness.
Heat stroke occurs most easily when you spend a lot of time at the beach or pool, but it can also happen when you walk a lot on the street under hot sun. That way, it is important to wear hats or caps and sunglasses when walking on the street or going to the beach, for example, in addition to wearing sunscreen. Understand what sunstroke is and when it can happen.
Symptoms of childhood sunstroke
Symptoms of child or baby sunstroke include increased body temperature to 40 ° C or above, very red, hot and dry skin, vomiting and thirst, dry mouth and tongue, cracked lips and crying no tears.
How is the treatment done?
Treatment for sunstroke is done by moving the person to an airy and shady place, putting cold towels on the body and offering water and natural juices so that the person does not present the symptoms of a more severe dehydration. If the person experiences vomiting or changes in consciousness, it is important to take them to the nearest emergency room. See more tips on what to do in cases of sunshine.
