The human body is not designed to withstand the life-threatening heat of 118 degrees Fahrenheit, temperatures expected to hit Arizona this weekend after weeks of intense heat in Asia, Europe and the United States.
According to NBC, local doctors reported that patients arrived at the Phoenix ER with organ failure, sunburn, or a coma caused by intense heat.
Record temperatures are pushing heat-exhausted and heat-stroke patients to the emergency room, affecting young, healthy people who often engage in outdoor activities that can cause headaches, nausea, and vomiting. fast heartbeat. According to reports, lack of water can quickly cause health problems, regardless of overall health.
Stages of heat exhaustion, heat shock
According to Hess, the first signs of heat exhaustion can appear in as little as 15 minutes in triple digits. Depending on risk factors, it usually takes several hours for more severe heatstroke symptoms to appear.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warns that once a heat stroke begins, body temperature can reach 106 F in just 10 minutes.
Early signs may include dizziness, nausea, heart palpitations, heat cramps, or severe muscle spasms caused by salt and water loss after exercise, most commonly in the hands, calves, and calves. foot.
“The most serious signs are changes in your mental state,” says Axberg. "You may be confused, have trouble speaking, or just feel like you're not yourself."
While it's best to stay indoors as much as possible, if people are going out, hiking, or golfing, staying hydrated is a great way to prevent potential problems. “I always recommend drinking a glass of water before your morning coffee to avoid dehydration that catches you off guard,” says Hess.
One of the misconceptions about dehydration is that thirst can indicate dehydration. "That's not true," Narang said. "By the time you're thirsty, you're already behind the ball of eight."
However, early treatment of heat-related illnesses can lead to a cure. According to Axberg, one patient with a body temperature of 107°F was still eating and drinking, demonstrating the effectiveness of rapid cooling in treating heatstroke.
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