What to do for stomach pain caused by heatstroke
May 23, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Shuwen
Introduction
Abdominal pain caused by heatstroke is mainly due to impaired blood circulation in internal organs, which disrupts the delivery of nutrients and fluids to the abdominal region, thereby affecting normal abdominal function and resulting in stomach pain. To address abdominal pain from heatstroke, improvements can be achieved through general management and medication. In summary, heatstroke can cause abdominal pain, and timely, effective measures should be taken to alleviate symptoms and protect physical health.
Abdominal pain caused by heatstroke is mainly due to impaired blood circulation in internal organs, which disrupts the delivery of nutrients and water to the abdomen, affecting normal abdominal function and resulting in stomach pain. To relieve abdominal pain from heatstroke, general management and medication can be used. Specific measures are as follows:
I. General Management
1. Drink cold beverages
Drinking cold water or fruit juice can help soothe discomfort associated with abdominal pain.
2. Eat ice cream
Ice cream contains a large amount of fructose and vitamins, which can help restore lost body fluids and provide some care for heatstroke, thereby reducing abdominal discomfort.
3. Take a cool shower
A cool shower can help alleviate discomfort caused by heatstroke and ease abdominal pain.
4. Drink plenty of water
Heatstroke can lead to dehydration, so it's important to drink sufficient water—more than eight cups per day—to replenish lost fluids and relieve abdominal pain symptoms.
II. Medication
If abdominal pain from heatstroke does not resolve on its own, symptomatic medications may be taken under a doctor’s guidance, such as acetaminophen tablets, ibuprofen capsules, or Huoxiang Zhengqi Water, to help relieve stomach pain.
In summary, heatstroke can cause abdominal pain, and timely, effective measures should be taken to alleviate symptoms and protect overall health. However, if symptoms persist despite following the above recommendations, prompt medical attention at a hospital is necessary for further treatment.
