Karnataka: Hospitals see rise in number of patients suffering from dehydration and heat stroke
Bengaluru: With temperatures continuing to rise in various parts of the state, heatwave-related health problems are rapidly increasing. Doctors and public health experts have warned that the heat is now taking a serious toll on people’s health. While intermittent rains have brought some relief in some areas, the overall temperature hasn’t decreased significantly.
According to doctors, hospitals are reporting an increase in cases of dehydration, headaches, dizziness, vomiting, weakness, and heat stroke this season. Many patients are arriving in critical condition, putting pressure on healthcare services.
Doctors explain that heat stroke can begin gradually and progress to a severe form. Early symptoms include headaches, joint pain, weakness, restlessness, anxiety, and dizziness. If these symptoms are ignored, the situation can become dangerous.
According to experts, body temperatures can rise above 40 degrees Celsius, causing serious brain damage. In such a situation, a person may experience confusion, difficulty speaking, extreme weakness, disorientation, and in severe cases, coma. Doctors have also warned that it can also affect the heart and kidneys, increasing the risk to life.
Dr. Ashwin Kulkarni, a physician at a private hospital, said that the number of patients suffering from dehydration and heat-related illnesses is already increasing in many parts of the state. He said that patients are reaching hospitals with symptoms such as severe headaches, dizziness, vomiting, and weakness, and this number is continuously increasing.
Health experts have appealed to people to drink adequate amounts of water, limit sun exposure, and stay hydrated during this hot weather. They have also advised wearing light clothing and avoiding unnecessary outdoor activities.
Doctors say that by being aware and taking timely precautions, the serious effects of heat waves can be largely prevented.
