“Protecting Children from Life-Threatening Heatstroke: Expert Insights and Basic Care Methods to Observe Symptoms, Avoid Leaving Them in Cars, and Prevent Emergency Situations in High-Temperature Days”

2023-04-19 09:42:00

Remind parents to observe the symptoms of ‘heatstroke’ in children, as children do not adapt to the temperature as well as adults. Repeat, don’t leave it in the car. Introducing basic care methods

April 19, 2023 Dr. Weerawut Imsamran Deputy Director-General of the Department of Medical Services said that during this period, Thailand has a high temperature and hot weather continuously. It is also during the semester break. Most families travel together. The sunlight and hot weather can cause various diseases. Especially young children whose body is not immune enough. and may not be able to adapt This puts them at risk for life-threatening illnesses.

namely heatstrokeThis is because children’s bodies are not as good at adapting to higher temperatures as adults. May lose water and minerals in the body from heat easily. If the body temperature is higher than 40 degrees Celsius, it will affect the functioning of the cardiovascular system, nervous system, other organs, causing the system of those organs to fail. until death Parents should always observe the symptoms of illness that occur and if abnormalities are found. You should see a doctor for proper treatment.

side Dr. Akarathan Jitnuyanon The director of the Queen’s National Institute of Child Health said that heat stroke is an emergency with a body temperature higher than 40 degrees Celsius, caused by being in a very hot place. and the body is unable to adjust the temperature to the normal level It negatively affects the nervous system, heart and kidneys, causing death.

Prevention of heatstroke in children On very hot days, drink plenty of water every hour. Wear airy clothing, choose light colors, and reduce strenuous outdoor activities. Wear a hat or use an umbrella when outdoors. Children should not be left in a car parked outdoors. And notice any abnormal symptoms that may occur in children, such as being overheated but unable to sweat, red skin, rapid and strong heartbeat, seizures or loss of consciousness. If these symptoms occur, the child must be brought into the umbrella immediately.

“Basic care in the case of a fainting child is to have the child lie down and raise both feet high. to make the blood flow more easily If the child still has some consciousness Children should be given frequent sips of water. Cool yourself down by wiping yourself with cold water. And hurry to take him to the hospital immediately, ”said Dr. Akaratan.