Heatstroke dehydration cases rise up 20-25% in Indore:Temperature remains above 40°C; children and elderly are most affected

Due to temperatures consistently staying above 40 degrees, cases of heatstroke and dehydration have increased. In the MYH OPD, 20 to 25 percent more patients have started arriving. The most impact is being seen on children and the elderly. Doctors say that this time the heat has increased suddenly, due to which the body did not get time to adapt. Heatstroke is a medical emergency. From 11 AM to 5 PM, the effect of heat is most intense. During this period, the body temperature rises rapidly, and many patients are arriving with problems of vomiting, dizziness, and high fever. In many cases, drip and oxygen support have to be provided. Patients with pre-existing asthma, heart conditions, and diabetes more vulnerable Big prevention with small precautions Doctors advise drinking 3 to 4 liters of water daily, not going out in the sun on an empty stomach, wearing light and loose clothes, and going out only with your head covered. Allow children and the elderly to leave the house in the afternoon only if it is necessary. Bhaskar Expert – Dr. Dharmendra Jhanwar, Head of Department, MGM Medical College, says, Cases of heatstroke and dehydration are gradually increasing daily in the OPD. People are ignoring early symptoms, which is making the situation serious. Due to hot air and dust, respiratory patients are experiencing increased difficulties. What children should do and what they should not do