Heatstroke (Loo): Homeopathic Approach
Exposure to excessive heat, causing loss of fluids and a rise in body temperature. This may occur at any age but is most common in babies and elderly people. Prolonged exposure to high atmospheric temperature or brief exposure to very high atmospheric temperature (direct exposure to sun is not necessary) can lead to heatstroke. Heavy manual work in high temperature and high humidity, as well as pre-existing chronic diseases and alcoholism, are some predisposing factors.
In a hot environment, the body loses heat by diverting blood to the skin and by sweating. Profuse sweating may lead to excessive loss of fluids and salts, resulting in heat exhaustion. If exposure to heat continues, heat stroke may occur as the body's normal cooling mechanisms break down and the body temperature rises. Heat stroke is a life-threatening medical emergency.
Symptoms of heatstroke include profuse sweating, fatigue, muscle cramps, nausea and vomiting, faintness and unsteadiness, and headache. If left untreated, heat stroke may progress rapidly to confusion, disorientation, seizures, and in severe cases, coma or death due to organ failure.
Management:
The affected person should be moved to a cool place or air-conditioned room and given cool, salty drinks until they feel comfortable. If heat stroke is suspected, immediate medical attention and hospitalization are necessary.
Prevention:
Heat-related disorders can largely be prevented by avoiding strenuous exertion in the heat of the day, staying in shaded areas, consuming plenty of liquids, and avoiding alcoholic beverages.
Homeopathic Approach:
Sunstroke is a serious condition needing immediate medical intervention. Even with taking sensible sun precautions we sometimes need some extra help. Homeopathic remedies for the various stages of heat and sun exposure maybe helpful in stabilizing an individual and overcoming mild overheating. Also helps to prevent & treat associated symptoms of dehydration. The following medicines are the best treatment for sunstroke. Glonoinum, Bryonia Alb, Belladonna, Gelsemium, Lachesis and Natrum Carb etc.