Summer Health Tips : It is extremely hot in many parts of the country. In Delhi-NCR the temperature is crossing 40. The Meteorological Department estimates that the heat may increase further in the coming days, hence health experts are advising to be careful, because strong sunlight, excessive sweating and heatstroke can cause many health related problems. There is the highest risk of dehydration in this. Let us know which diseases are most at risk in this season and what to do to avoid them…
What diseases are at risk in summer season?
According to health experts, the diseases for which the risk is highest in summer include dehydration, heat stroke, viral fever, diarrhea, kidney stones, eye infections, stomach diseases and UTI. Lack of water in the body can cause dehydration, which can harm heart health. This causes more fatigue and BP-sugar level can also increase. Lack of water also increases the problem of kidney stones. Due to this, symptoms like burning sensation, pain, blood in urine, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, back pain, frequent urination can occur.
What to do to avoid diseases
Doctors say that jaundice, typhoid and gastro related diseases also increase in the summer season, hence one should avoid eating loose fruits. Ice used in fruit juices should also be avoided. Sugarcane juice is beneficial in this season but it can cause typhoid and jaundice. If you notice symptoms of excessive sweating, nausea, vomiting, nervousness, dizziness, heat stroke and high blood pressure in summer, then you should consult a doctor instead of being careless. Heart patients should take special care of themselves in this season.
Women may face these problems in summer
According to gynecologists, summer season can also increase the problems of women. There is a risk of dehydration due to continuous sweating, which can affect menstruation. They are also at risk of urinary tract infection (UTI) during periods. Excessive sweating can impair electrolyte balance and cause itching in the skin.
Women should avoid eating too much hot food like mango, papaya and pineapple in summer, because it produces heat in the stomach and can cause the uterus to shrink, which can affect menstruation. In this season, drink plenty of water, take a healthy diet and maintain body cleanliness.
Disclaimer: Some of the information given in the news is based on media reports. Before implementing any suggestion, you must consult the concerned expert.
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