Heatstroke Symptoms and Management Measures

Jul 01, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

Recently, students have been participating in military training, making them prone to heatstroke. What are the symptoms and treatment measures for heatstroke?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
The symptoms of heatstroke are related to the severity of the condition and can be categorized as follows: 1. **Early-stage heatstroke**: Symptoms include dizziness, headache, thirst, excessive sweating, and weakness in the limbs. Body temperature may be normal or slightly elevated. 2. **Mild heatstroke**: Body temperature rises above 38°C, accompanied by flushed face, hot skin, nausea, vomiting, and cold, clammy extremities. 3. **Severe heatstroke**: Body temperature may exceed 40°C, with symptoms including absence of sweating, confusion or coma, muscle spasms, and convulsions. In severe cases, it may lead to multiple organ failure. Management of heatstroke includes: 1. **Rapid cooling**: Move the person to a cool, well-ventilated area, loosen clothing, and apply cool, wet cloths to the body or immerse in cool water. 2. **Rehydration**: Encourage consumption of salt-containing fluids or diluted salt water to prevent dehydration. 3. **Monitor condition**: If symptoms are severe, seek immediate medical attention and inform the doctor of the heatstroke incident. Key preventive measures for heatstroke include avoiding prolonged exposure to high-temperature environments, staying hydrated, and protecting against sun exposure.